@article{ref1,
title="Flexion-distraction injuries to the lumbar spine associated with abdominal injuries",
journal="Journal of Spinal Disorders",
year="1991",
author="Green, David Andrew and Green, N. E. and Spengler, D. M. and Devito, D. P.",
volume="4",
number="3",
pages="312-318",
abstract="Flexion-distraction injuries to the lumbar spine frequently occur with concomitant abdominal viscus injury. We encountered 16 patients with flexion-distraction lumbar spine injuries. Half of them also suffered abdominal viscus rupture. Lap safety belts were most frequently associated with these injuries; however, the incorrect, underarm use of the shoulder harness was common in our series. The diagnosis of the spinal injury was frequently delayed when abdominal viscus injury occurred together with a flexion-distraction spinal injury. Thorough physical and radiographic examination of the spine as well as a detailed history, including seat belt use, is necessary to diagnose these injuries properly.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0895-0385",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}