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A Mouse Distraction Osteogenesis Model
Published on: November 14, 2018
Distraction osteogenesis of the mandible for airway obstruction in children
J D Sidman1, D Sampson, B Templeton
1Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat Associates, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404, USA.
Objectives:
Objectives of the study were to determine the effectiveness of distraction osteogenesis of the mandible to relieve airway obstruction in children with tongue-base airway obstruction and to describe the new surgical techniques developed for use in infants and young children.
Study Design:
Prospective, nonrandomized study.
Methods:
Analysis of 11 children with severe airway obstruction secondary to tongue-base obstruction was performed. Patients were between 2 weeks and 5.5 years of age. All patients underwent distraction osteogenesis of the mandible.
Results:
Twelve distraction procedures in the 11 children in the study were accomplished; decannulation or extubation was successful in all children.
Conclusion:
Distraction osteogenesis of the mandible can be used to treat tongue-base airway obstruction in appropriately selected children.
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