British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Volume 47, Issue 5 , Pages 370-373, July 2009

Prospective study of morbidity associated with open reduction and internal fixation of the fractured condyle by the transparotid approach

Regional Maxillofacial Unit, Southern General Hospital, 1345 Govan Road, Glasgow G51 4TF, United Kingdom

Accepted 15 November 2008. published online 15 January 2009.

Abstract 

We present a summary of a prospective study of 50 consecutive cases into the morbidity associated with open reduction and internal fixation of the fractured mandibular condyle through the transparotid approach. It is acceptably safe, and the data can now be presented to patients to help them make an informed choice about options for treatment.

Keywords: Condylar fractures, Transparotid approach, Patient consent

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PII: S0266-4356(08)00571-8

doi:10.1016/j.bjoms.2008.11.002

British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Volume 47, Issue 5 , Pages 370-373, July 2009

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