[Mandibular condyle fractures fixation via intraoral approach with endoscopic assistance]

The aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of mandibular condyle fractures fixation via intraoral approach with endoscopic assistance. Thirty-nine patients with low mandibular condyle fractures with lateral (34 patients) or medial (5 patients) displacement were included in the study. The paper contains detailed description of operation technique considering displacement type. This minimally invasive procedure resulted in stable fixation of the fracture so that maxillomandibular splinting was limited to 9-14 days after operation. The patients were discharged 4 to 7 days postoperatively. The study revealed no cases of facial palsies and all patients were highly satisfied with the absence of visible scars.