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Classification of burst fractures according to the AO
| Burst fracture according to AO | |
|---|---|
| A3 | |
| A 3.1 Incomplete burst fracture | A 3.1.1 cranial incomplete |
| A 3.1.2 lateral incomplete | |
| A 3.1.3 caudal incomplete | |
| A 3.2 Burst-split fracture | A 3.2.1 cranial |
| A 3.2.2 lateral | |
| A 3.2.2 caudal | |
| A 3.3 Complete burst fracture | A 3.3.1 Pincer burst fracture |
| A 3.3.2 Flexion burst fracture | |
| A 3.3.3 Axial burst fracture | |
