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Introduction: Down syndrome is caused by trisomy of chromosome 21, and it is the most common chromosomal abnormality in humans. This genetic condition is characterized by multiple skeletal abnormalities, including atlantoaxial instability that occurs in 9-31% of patients presenting clinical consequences in 1-3% of them. This study aims to report a case of atlantoaxial instability with clinical repercussions of quadriparesia. Case Report: A case of a 10-year-old boy, with Down syndrome, who could notget up for three months is reported. Clinical examination revealed quadriparesis. The lateral radiograph of the cervical spine showed a atlanto-odontoid distance of 6mm, confirming atlantoaxial instability. |
