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[Quantitative determination of thermosensitivity after mandibular sagittal split osteotomy].
H Leonhardt1, D Meinecke, K L Gerlach
1Klinik für Mund-, Kiefer- und Gesichtschirurgie, Otto-von-Guericke-Universität, Leipziger Strasse 44, 39120, Magdeburg. Henry.Leonhardt@medizin.uni-magdeburg.de
Mund-, Kiefer- Und Gesichtschirurgie : MKG
|April 11, 2006
Summary
A new thermal probe accurately measures nerve disturbances after mandibular sagittal split osteotomy (MSSO). This device offers quantitative analysis, outperforming traditional tests in assessing neurosensory recovery up to six months post-surgery.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Neuroscience
- Biomedical Engineering
Context:
- Mandibular sagittal split osteotomy (MSSO) can cause inferior alveolar nerve disturbances.
- Assessing neurosensory deficits post-MSSO is crucial for patient outcomes.
- Existing testing methods may lack sensitivity in quantifying nerve recovery.
Purpose:
- To develop and validate a novel thermal probe for assessing neurosensory disturbances.
- To quantitatively evaluate temperature and pain thresholds of the inferior alveolar nerve post-MSSO.
- To compare the efficacy of the thermal probe with traditional neurosensory tests.
Summary:
- A prospective study involving 20 patients undergoing MSSO utilized a newly developed thermal probe.
- Postoperative measurements up to 6 months revealed increased thermal thresholds, with quantitative resensitization observed between 3 and 6 months.
- The thermal probe demonstrated superior accuracy and quantitative analysis capabilities compared to two-point discrimination and sharp/blunt tests.
Impact:
- The developed thermal probe provides accurate, quantitative assessment of inferior alveolar nerve function.
- This tool enhances the evaluation of neurosensory disturbances following MSSO.
- Clinical application of this probe can lead to improved patient management and understanding of nerve recovery.