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case_images: (a) A lateral X-ray taken after the injury reveals an oblique or vertical avulsion fracture at the tip of the C7 spinous process (indicated by the red arrow), (b) An anteroposterior X-ray view (indicated by the red arrow).
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case_images: F1
case_images: On palpation of the lower cervical and upper thoracic spine with trigger point, for which plain radiographs were requested (Fig. 1 and 2), where there is evidence of a fracture line that compromises the spinous process of C7.
case_images: Dynamic X-rays, (a) extension and (b) flexion views, taken after the injury, reveal an avulsion fracture of the C7 spinous process.
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case_images: F2
case_images: On palpation of the lower cervical and upper thoracic spine with trigger point, for which plain radiographs were requested (Fig. 1 and 2), where there is evidence of a fracture line that compromises the spinous process of C7.
case_images: Lateral and anteroposterior X-ray imaging performed during the 2-month follow-up evaluation reveals complete and satisfactory healing of the previously identified avulsion fracture of the C7 spinous process.
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case_images: F3
case_images: Lateral and anteroposterior (AP) X-ray imaging performed during the 2-month follow-up evaluation reveals complete and satisfactory healing of the previously identified avulsion fracture of the C7 spinous process (Fig. 3). The images confirm the restoration of normal anatomical alignment and the absence of any residual deformity or complications, such as non-union or malunion (Fig. 3).