This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Special topics, Subject name: Anatomy
Fracture seen in judicial hanging called 
Select and explain. 
A. Jefferson's fracture, B. Hangman's fracture, C. Boxer's fracture, D. Greenstick fracture
B: Hangman's fracture
Answer: B: Hangman's fracture 
Explanation: Fracture of the pedicles of axis resulting in anterior dislocation of C2 on C3 with or without fracture of odontoid process, that occurs in hanging is called Hangman's fracture. This injury is typically seen in judicial hanging. Ref: FORENSIC MEDICINE AND TOXICOLOGY Dr PC IGNATIUS THIRD EDITION PAGE 178