Preferred Label : fat C2 sign;
Definition : Distance between anterior and posterior margins is larger for C2 than C3 on lateral
radiograph. Suggests oblique fracture through C2 body with subsequent displacement
of anterior or posterior margin.;
Source : Radiology 2000; 217:359-360;
Origin ID : RID35200;
Associated condition(s)
Distance between anterior and posterior margins is larger for C2 than C3 on lateral
radiograph. Suggests oblique fracture through C2 body with subsequent displacement
of anterior or posterior margin.
