NEW METHODS IN THE SURGICAL TREATMENT OF NECK INJURIES IN CHILDREN
Keywords:
neck, children, diagnosis, method.Abstract
Pediatric neck injuries, although relatively uncommon, pose considerable diagnostic and therapeutic challenges due to the anatomical complexity and physiological vulnerability of children. Recent advancements in surgical techniques and perioperative technologies have revolutionized the treatment landscape of cervical trauma in the pediatric population. This article explores the latest innovations in the surgical management of neck injuries in children, with a focus on minimally invasive approaches, pediatric-adapted spinal instrumentation, neuro-navigation systems, intraoperative neuromonitoring, and biologically compatible graft materials. By integrating emerging surgical practices with a comprehensive understanding of pediatric cervical anatomy and biomechanics, these modern interventions aim to reduce morbidity, enhance recovery outcomes, and minimize long-term functional deficits.
References
Vitale, M. G., Skaggs, D. L., & Flynn, J. M. (2011). The Pediatric Spine: Principles and Practice. Springer.
Fehlings, M. G., Tetreault, L. A., Wilson, J. R., et al. (2017). A Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Patients With Acute Spinal Cord Injury: Recommendations on the Type and Timing of Rehabilitation. Global Spine Journal, 7(3_suppl), 231S–238S. https://doi.org/10.1177/2192568217706366
Anderson, R. C. E., Kan, P., Hansen, K. W., et al. (2008). Utility of MR Imaging in the Evaluation of Spinal Cord Injury Without Radiographic Abnormality in Children. Journal of Neurosurgery: Pediatrics, 2(1), 5–9. https://doi.org/10.3171/PED-08/07/005
Miyanji, F., Reilly, C. W., Tredwell, S. J., & Dvorak, M. F. (2007). Spinal Trauma in Children: A Review of Current Practice. Canadian Journal of Surgery, 50(6), 577–583.
Downloads
Published
How to Cite
Issue
Section
License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.
