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[Bone substitutes and infection in maxillofacial surgery].
J F Chassagne1, G Dinh Doan, B Bonin
1Service de Chirurgie maxillo-faciale, Hôpital Central, Nancy.
Agressologie: Revue Internationale De Physio-Biologie Et De Pharmacologie Appliquees Aux Effets De L'Agression
|January 1, 1992
Summary
Bony substitutes in maxillofacial surgery often fail due to lack of watertightness and malleability, leading to infections. Autograft bone remains preferred, but biomaterials show future promise if challenges are overcome.
Area of Science:
- Maxillofacial Surgery
- Biomaterials Science
- Regenerative Medicine
Background:
- Bony substitutes are increasingly used in maxillofacial surgery for reconstruction and defect repair.
- Their application in general surgery is often successful, but challenges exist in maxillofacial procedures.
- Key limitations include achieving watertightness and adequate malleability for optimal integration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the current efficacy and limitations of bony substitutes in maxillofacial surgery.
- To compare the performance of bony substitutes with traditional autograft bone.
- To identify critical factors hindering the successful application of biomaterials in this field.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical experiences and outcomes with bony substitutes in maxillofacial surgery.
- Comparison of postoperative infection rates and functional results between biomaterials and autografts.
- Analysis of biomaterial properties, specifically watertightness and malleability, in the context of surgical application.
Main Results:
- Bony substitutes frequently lead to disappointing outcomes in maxillofacial surgery, primarily due to postoperative infections.
- The inability to achieve a watertight seal and insufficient malleability are significant drawbacks.
- Autograft bone continues to be the preferred choice due to its reliability and fewer complications.
Conclusions:
- Current bony substitutes present significant challenges for maxillofacial surgery, particularly regarding infection control and material properties.
- Overcoming issues of watertightness and malleability is crucial for the future success of biomaterials in this specialty.
- Despite current limitations, biomaterials are expected to gain importance as these challenges are addressed.