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A complication of the Dautrey procedure
1Dental Unit, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
|April 1, 1991
Summary
This case study details surgical treatment for recurrent temporomandibular joint dislocation using the Dautrey procedure. It covers managing a surgical complication and the positive 3-year outcome.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Orthodontics
- Anatomy
Background:
- Recurrent temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dislocation presents a significant clinical challenge.
- The Dautrey procedure is a surgical option for managing severe TMJ instability.
- Longstanding, bilateral TMJ dislocation requires specialized treatment approaches.
Observation:
- A patient with longstanding, recurrent dislocation of both temporomandibular joints underwent surgical correction.
- A complication arose during the Dautrey procedure.
- The management strategy for this intraoperative complication was implemented.
Findings:
- The surgical complication was successfully managed.
- The patient experienced a positive outcome following the Dautrey procedure.
- Clinical stability of the temporomandibular joints was maintained at the 3-year follow-up.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of preparedness for complications during TMJ surgery.
- The Dautrey procedure, with appropriate complication management, can yield favorable long-term results for recurrent TMJ dislocation.
- Effective surgical intervention can restore function and improve quality of life for patients with chronic TMJ instability.