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[Computer-assisted navigation in orthognathic surgery. Application to Le Fort I osteotomy]
M Benassarou1, A Benassarou2, C Meyer1
1Service de chirurgie maxillofaciale et de stomatologie, centre hospitalier universitaire de Besançon, boulevard Fleming, 25030 Besançon cedex, France; EA 4268, laboratoire intervention, innovation, imagerie et ingénierie en santé (Li4S), IFR 133, université de Franche-Comté, place Saint-Jacques, 25030 Besançon cedex, France.
Computer-assisted navigation aids surgeons in precisely positioning bone fragments during orthognathic surgery. While not routine, this technology offers potential for improved accuracy in complex maxillomandibular procedures.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Medical Technology
- Surgical Navigation
Context:
- Orthognathic surgery involves complex bone repositioning for facial skeletal correction.
- Computer-assisted navigation (CAN) systems offer potential for enhanced precision in surgical procedures.
- Current adoption of CAN in orthognathic surgery is limited due to a lack of dedicated systems.
Purpose:
- To review existing computer-assisted navigation systems applicable to orthognathic surgery.
- To present the authors' experience utilizing CAN for maxillary positioning in maxillomandibular osteotomies.
Summary:
- This study explores the application of computer-assisted navigation (CAN) in orthognathic surgery, specifically for precise bone fragment positioning.
- The authors discuss the potential of CAN and share their clinical experience with maxillary repositioning during maxillomandibular osteotomies.
- The research highlights the need for dedicated systems to facilitate routine CAN use in this surgical field.
Impact:
- Facilitates understanding of computer-assisted navigation (CAN) systems for orthognathic surgery.
- Provides insights into the practical application and potential benefits of CAN in maxillomandibular procedures.
- Informs future development of specialized navigation systems for enhanced surgical outcomes.