Related Experiment Videos
[Surgical reduction of condylar fracture using lag screw]
Abstract
Objective:
To evaluate the feasibility and result of application of lag screw osteosynthesis in condylar fracture.
Methods:
Six dislocated condylar fractures were treated with lag screw. Postoperative follow-up mean 7 months (range 3-13 months).
Results:
It showed no complaint on TMJ area from patients during the follow up, no facial asymmetry was found, no patient had malocclusion, 5 patients had mouth opening over 40 mm 3 months postoperatively, and all patients were satisfied with the treatment results.
Conclusion:
Based on the clinical and radiological results the authers believe that lag screw technique is a feasible method for indicated condylar fracture.