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Traumatic anterior atlantoaxial subluxation occurring in a professional rugby athlete: case report and review of literature related to atlantoaxial injuries in sports activities.
This is a case report of traumatic anterior atlantoaxial subluxation occurring in a professional rugby athlete with a literature review. ⋯ Anterior atlantoaxial subluxation in sports activities is very rare. The mechanism of this injury is hyperflexion, and the rupture of the transverse ligament is essential. Good prognosis has been reported; however, a return to high-level sports activities is thought to be a contraindication.