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[Condylar osteosynthesis after Krenkel's technic. The authors' personal experience]
E Pomatto1, E Raviola, P Gilardini
1Istituto Policattedra di Odontostomatologia e Chirurgia, Università degli Studi di Torino.
Minerva Stomatologica
|January 1, 1992
Summary
Krenkel
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Orthognathic Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
Background:
- Condylar fractures are common facial trauma.
- Treatment aims to restore function and occlusion.
- Low subcondylar fractures present specific challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe Krenkel's technique for treating low subcondylar fractures.
- To evaluate the efficacy and advantages of this surgical method.
- To present surgical outcomes and clinical results.
Main Methods:
- Surgical intervention using Krenkel's technique.
- A cutaneous incision below the mandibular angle.
- Application of a clip screw along the jaw's upright branch axis.
- Rigid internal fixation of fracture fragments.
Main Results:
- Successful rigid internal fixation achieved.
- Intermaxillary fixation (IMF) was prevented.
- The technique is indicated for low subcondylar fractures.
- Positive clinical outcomes and results were obtained.
Conclusions:
- Krenkel's technique offers a viable surgical option for low subcondylar fractures.
- This method provides stable fixation and avoids IMF.
- The described surgical approach yields favorable results in managing these fractures.