[Immediate reconstruction of mandibular defects following tumor surgery with Ti-plate system]

Zhonghua Kou Qiang Yi Xue Za Zhi. 1994 Jan;29(1):3-5, 62.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

In this paper, 31 cases with lower jaw defects (disarticular of TMJ, 9; conservation of TMJ, 8; defects of mandibular arch, 14) were immediately reconstructed following tumor-surgery with plate, and combined with bone graft for some of cases. Results demonstrated the remarkable clinical value of this method in improving post-operation function and facial deformities, even though there exist problem such as healing, occlusion and loose of plate. In addition, the key technique procedures were discussed involving in operation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Bone Plates* / adverse effects
  • Bone Transplantation
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mandible / surgery*
  • Mandibular Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Middle Aged
  • Mouth Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Postoperative Complications
  • Surgery, Plastic / adverse effects
  • Titanium

Substances

  • Titanium