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What is the medical term for a broken neck?
The medical term for a broken neck is cervical fracture. This is a break or fracture of any of the seven cervical vertebrae in the neck. Cervical fractures can and do cause paralysis.
What does cervical mean?
Cervical means pertaining to the NECK.So it can refer to two unrelated parts of the body:- the neck region (e.g. cervical vertebrae)- the cervix or neck of the uterus (e.g. cervical cancer)
What is a c6 fracture?
The spine is divided in to different regions and then each vertebrae within that segment is numbered. The vertebrae in the neck are called cervical vertebrae and there are 7 of them. Therefore, a fracture of C6 is a fracture in the 6th cervical vertebrae (at the base of the neck).
If facial injuries are severe a what fracture should be assumed?
Cervical Spine.
Is there anything in the human body that has 7 parts to it?
7 vertebrae in the cervical section of the vertebral column
What is stage IV of cervical cancer?
Stage IV: Cancer has spread to other parts of the body
What if you don't catch cervical cancer on time?
It could spread to other parts of body & cause death.
What happens if you fracture Cervical vertebrae 8?
Cervical vertebrae 8 (C8) is not a standard designation, as the cervical spine typically consists of seven vertebrae (C1-C7). Injuries to the cervical spine can lead to various complications, including pain, nerve damage, and potential paralysis, depending on the severity and location of the fracture. If a fracture were to occur at or near the C7 level, it could affect the function of the arms and hands, as well as other bodily functions. Prompt medical evaluation and treatment are crucial for managing such injuries.
What structure is the missing body of the second body of the cervical vertebrae?
The cervical vertebrae do not have ribs attached.
Can cancer occur after fracture?
the question is not specific. but yes you can get disease after a fracture
What is granite fracture?
the parts broken off
What does the body do after fracture repair?
Once the procedure for fracture repair is completed, the body begins to produce new tissue to bridge the fracture site and rejoin the broken pieces
