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Sagittal T2WI's show posterior subluxation of C6 and a fracture of the spinous
process. Hyperintensity within the posterior soft tissues is highly suggestive
of posterior ligamentous injury. Note the abnormal hyperintensity in the cord.
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Axial T2WI's show loss of CSF surrounding the cord at the C6 level.
Cord swelling and signal abnormalities can be appreciated.
Key words: mri cervical trauma
Spine Diagnosis:
Fracture C6 with cord contusion
& subluxation of C6 on C7