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11. What is the most common type of spinal fracture in elderly osteoporotic patients?

A) Vertebral compression fracture B) Chance fracture C) Burst fracture D) Fracture-dislocation

12. What is a Chance fracture?

A) Flexion-distraction injury through vertebra and posterior elements B) Burst fracture C) Lateral compression fracture D) Hyperextension fracture

13. What is the mechanism for a Chance fracture?

A) Seatbelt injury in MVA (flexion-distraction) B) Fall from height C) Diving injury D) Hyperextension trauma

14. What is the treatment for a Chance fracture with ligamentous injury?

A) Posterior spinal fusion B) Brace alone C) Observation D) Anterior fusion

15. What is a Jefferson fracture?

A) Burst fracture of C1 atlas B) Odontoid fracture C) Hangman fracture D) Teardrop fracture