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Fractured facial bone reduction and resorbable plate fixation using tapper.

Chang Yeon Kim¹, Kee Woong Kim

¹Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, College of Medicine, Hanyang University, Seoul, Republic of Korea. pscykim@hanyang.ac.kr

The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery

|July 21, 2011

Summary

This study introduces a novel tapper technique for resorbable plate fixation in facial fractures, simplifying surgery and improving accuracy. The new method reduces operation time and enhances fracture reduction and fixation outcomes.

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Area of Science:

Orthopedic surgery
Biomaterials science
Craniofacial reconstruction

Background:

Resorbable fixation systems offer advantages but present complex surgical procedures.
Current methods for resorbable plate fixation can lead to prolonged operation times and suboptimal fracture reduction.

Observation:

A novel surgical technique utilizing a tapper instrument for resorbable plate fixation was developed.
The tapper facilitates fracture fragment reduction by allowing manipulation when inserted to a specific depth.
The tapper acts as a temporary fixation device, enabling sequential screw placement.

Findings:

The tapper technique was applied to 106 facial bone fractures in 68 patients between October 2006 and April 2008.
No major complications were reported during the study period.
The procedure demonstrated enhanced simplicity and accuracy in fracture reduction and fixation.

Implications:

This innovative approach simplifies the surgical management of facial fractures using resorbable plates.
The tapper technique has the potential to improve clinical outcomes by ensuring more accurate fracture fixation.
Further adoption of this method could lead to reduced operating times and fewer complications in craniofacial surgery.