Craniocervical Pneumatization

Authors

  • Alan James Quigley
  • Helen Shannon

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3941/jrcr.v7i8.1444

Keywords:

Craniocervical Pneumatization, Eustachian Tube Dysfunction, Occiput, Cervical Spine

Abstract

Craniocervical bony pneumatization is a rare finding, with limited numbers of cases reported in the literature.  It is thought to be linked to Eustachian tube dysfunction and a ball valve mechanism, and has a link with recurrent Valsalva maneuvers. We report a case of pneumatization of the occiput, atlas (C1) and axis (C2) in a patient with extensive ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) surgical history who presented following a fall.  Plain film, CT and MRI images are presented.

Author Biographies

Alan James Quigley

Radiology Registrar

Department of Clinical Radiology

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Helen Shannon

Consultant Radiologist

Department of Clinical Radiology

Raigmore Hospital

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Published

2013-08-18

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 8 (2013)

Section

General Radiology

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