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Abducens palsy after temporomandibular joint arthroscopy: a rare complication

Fábio Ricardo Loureiro Sato1, Rodrigo Corrêa Tavares2

  • 1Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Area, College of Dentistry, State University of São Paulo-UNESP, Av. Eng. Francisco José Longo, 777, São José dos Campos, 12245-000, Brazil. fabio.sato@ict.unesp.br.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
|May 6, 2016
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthroscopy is generally safe, but rare complications like abducens nerve paralysis can occur. This case report details such an event following TMJ arthroscopy.

Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Neurosurgery
  • Medical Device Technology

Background:

  • Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure.
  • While generally considered safe, potential complications associated with TMJ arthroscopy exist.

Observation:

  • A case report details a patient who developed abducens nerve paralysis.
  • This neurological complication occurred subsequent to undergoing TMJ arthroscopy.

Findings:

  • The study highlights a rare but significant complication following TMJ arthroscopy.
  • Abducens nerve palsy is a potential risk that requires consideration in TMJ surgery.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of vigilance for neurological complications post-TMJ arthroscopy.
  • Awareness of such risks can aid in prompt diagnosis and management, improving patient outcomes.
Keywords:
Abducens nerveArthroplastyArthroscopyDiplopiaOphthalmoplegiaTempomandibular joint

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