Describe five radiographic features of flexion teardrop injuries.
Describe five radiographic features of flexion teardrop injuries.
1. Anterior vertebral body avulsion fracture (teardrop body)
2. Posterior vertebral body subluxation or displacement into the spinal canal
3. Fracture of the spinous process
4. Prevertebral hematoma associated with anterior longitudinal ligament tear
5. Cord compression from fragments or vertebral body displacement