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[Possible complications in arthroscopic lavage of the temporomandibular joint]
S Bergé1, J J von Lindern, B Niederhagen
1Klinik und Poliklinik für Mund-, Kiefer- und Gesichtschirurgie, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn, Welschnonnenstrasse 17, 53111 Bonn. s.berge@uni-bonn.de
Complications:
Arthroscopy of the temporomandibular joint is an invasive procedure that can entail potential complications. Based on many years of personal experience and taking data from the literature into account, this article discusses functional, surgical, and anesthesiological complications of arthroscopy of the temporomandibular joint. The majority of these complications can be avoided by heeding specific knowledge of topography, careful manipulation, and corresponding surgical experience.
Informing The Patient:
The information given to the patient prior to the intervention should cover not only hemorrhaging, swelling, and wound infection, but also damage to (branches of) the facial nerve, the risk of perforation of the auditory canal as well as the possibility of temporary occlusal disturbances.
