Name four radiographic hallmarks of a hangman's fracture.
Name four radiographic hallmarks of a hangman's fracture.
1. Bilateral pars interarticularis (or less frequently, pedicle) fractures of vertebra C2
2. Posterior displacement of spinolaminar line of C2
3. Anterior inferior avulsion fracture associated with rupture of the anterior longitudinal ligament
4. Prevertebral soft tissue swelling