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P P Brunner

    Zurcher Medizingeschichtliche Abhandlungen
    |January 1, 1996
    PubMed
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    The First World War spurred the development of mandible reconstruction techniques. Free bone transplantation emerged as the optimal method for repairing jaw injuries, a concept absent before 1914.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    • Trauma Surgery
    • Medical History

    Context:

    • World War I presented unprecedented challenges in treating facial and mandibular trauma.
    • Pre-war surgical techniques were inadequate for reconstructing extensive mandibular defects.

    Purpose:

    • To analyze the evolution and effectiveness of mandibular reconstruction methods used during World War I.
    • To document the surgical materials and techniques employed by European surgeons and dentists.

    Summary:

    • The study examines bone grafting techniques for mandible reconstruction in soldiers injured during World War I.
    • It details the diverse approaches, materials, and operational techniques utilized by 66 European practitioners.
    • The findings highlight the critical role of free bone transplantation in establishing a viable treatment concept for mandibular defects.

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    Impact:

    • The experiences from World War I established free bone transplantation as the gold standard for mandibular repair.
    • This period marked a significant advancement in reconstructive surgery, laying the groundwork for modern techniques.
    • Understanding historical approaches provides insights into the fundamental principles of bone healing and graft integration.