Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
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J. Oral Maxillofac. Surg. · Jul 2009
Maxillofacial injuries caused by the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake in China.
To describe the pattern of maxillofacial injuries sustained by survivors of the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake in the West China Hospital of Stomatology from May 12 to June 23, 2008. ⋯ During the Wenchuan earthquake, the incidence of maxillofacial injuries in survivors was relatively low compared with injury in other organs. However, because most injuries were maxillofacial fractures and facial soft tissue damage, special attention was paid to maxillofacial injury when planning and providing emergency treatment. The effective management of earthquake injuries and those caused by other types of disaster requires a multidisciplinary approach, and maxillofacial surgeons should form an integral part of this multidisciplinary team.
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J. Oral Maxillofac. Surg. · Jul 2009
Comparative StudyReconstruction of oromandibular defects by vascularized free flaps: the radial forearm free flap and fibular free flap as major donor sites.
Since the advent of the modern microvascular techniques, the radial forearm free flap (RFFF) and the vascularized fibular free flap (VFFF) have become reliable methods for reconstructing oromandibular defects. The purpose of this study is to evaluate our experience with the use of both free flaps in the reconstruction of oral cavity defects after tumoral ablation. ⋯ Our results reveal that the RFFF is a reliable method for reconstructing a wide range of oral cavity defects with an acceptably low morbidity rate. It provides adequate bulk and pliability, enabling the reconstruction of a wide variety of locations within the oral cavity. The VFFF allows good reconstruction of composite mandibular defects and provides adequate support for dental implants.
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J. Oral Maxillofac. Surg. · Jul 2009
Case ReportsMaxillary sinusitis resulting from ostium plugging by dislodged bone graft: case report.
To report an unusual case of severe maxillary sinusitis resulting from ostial plugging by dislodged bone graft material used for sinus elevation procedure. ⋯ Surgeons performing this or similar procedures should be aware of the possible complications that can arise from foreign debris introduced into the maxillary sinuses. Also, the avoidance of empirically changing antibiotic regimens and the early use of CT scans should be considered.