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Investigating possible correlation between condylar asymmetry and clinical dysfunction indices in patients with
Leila Khojastepour1, Mahsa Omidi1, Mahroo Vojdani2
1Department of Maxillofacial Radiology, (Head: Mahtab Memarpour), School of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Ghomabad Street, Ghasredasht Avenue, #1836-71345, Shiraz, Iran.
Purpose:
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a common problem in modern societies. Causes of TMD, as a consequence of condylar asymmetry index (CAI), are still a subject of controversy. The aim of the present study was to determine the possible correlations between the degree of condylar asymmetry and clinical dysfunction indices.
Materials And Methods:
In this cross-sectional study, we used the Habets method to measure the CAI in 42 TMD patients. The participants' age and sex were matched in the control group. Patients were divided into mild, moderate and severe dysfunction groups based on Helkimo's clinical Di. The data were analyzed using Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis tests. Also, the study attempted to assess the possibility of correlation between age and CAI.
Results:
The CAI values of TMD patients were significantly higher than those of the control group (P = 0.001). However, CAI was not significantly different among TMD patients with different dysfunction index. There was no significant correlation between CAI and age (Spearman r = 0.655, P = 0.23).
Conclusion:
Based on the findings of the present study, patients with condylar asymmetry index are more susceptible to TMD. However, degree of the condylar asymmetry is not a criterion for TMD signs and symptoms.
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