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Case Reports
. 1978 Jan 31;80(4):329-31.
doi: 10.1007/BF02092331.

Fractures of the axis caused by hanging

G Sköld
Case Reports

Fractures of the axis caused by hanging

G Sköld. Z Rechtsmed. .

Abstract

Prerequisities for fractures of the neural arch of the axis in the region of the isthmus (hangman's fracture) during hanging are considered to be a long drop and a submental knot. A case is presented showing that hangman's fracture arising in hanging can result from stretching of the neck combined with anteroflexion of the head.

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