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A Morphometric and Cellular Analysis Method for the Murine Mandibular Condyle
Published on: January 11, 2018
Trismus due to bilateral mandibular coronoid hyperplasia
A J Gibbons1, A J Byrne, S J Key
1Registrar Oral & Maxilofacial Surgery, Morriston Hospital, Swansea, S. Wales, SA6 6NL.
Journal of the Royal Army Medical Corps
|January 5, 2002
Summary
Bilateral mandibular coronoid hyperplasia, a rare condition causing limited mouth opening, requires diagnosis before anesthesia to prevent intubation difficulties. Computed tomography and coronoidectomy are effective for assessment and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Radiology
- Anatomical Pathology
Background:
- Bilateral mandibular coronoid hyperplasia is an uncommon condition.
- It leads to restricted mouth opening, impacting patient care.
- Early diagnosis is crucial, especially before general anesthesia.
Observation:
- A case of bilateral mandibular coronoid hyperplasia is presented.
- The condition posed challenges for oral intubation.
- Computed tomography was utilized for diagnostic assessment.
Findings:
- Computed tomography effectively visualized the extent of the hyperplasia.
- Surgical intervention through coronoidectomy proved to be an effective treatment.
- Restoration of mouth opening was achieved post-surgery.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of preoperative diagnosis of mandibular coronoid hyperplasia.
- Demonstrates the utility of computed tomography in surgical planning.
- Coronoidectomy is a viable surgical option for managing this condition.
