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Paediatric condylar trauma - primary management considerations - A review

Abhay Taranath Kamath1, Sreea Roy2, Deepika Pai3

  • 1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Manipal Hospital, Ambedkar Circle, Mangaluru, Dakshina Kannada, 575001, Karnataka, India.

Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research
|February 27, 2023
PubMed

Insights

Pediatric condylar fractures require specialized management due to unique craniofacial development in children. Careful treatment planning is essential to prevent long-term facial growth complications like ankylosis.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Craniomaxillofacial (CMF) Surgery
  • Orthopedic Traumatology

Background:

  • Children's craniofacial structures undergo significant changes during growth, altering injury patterns.
  • Paediatric condylar anatomy and physiology differ from adults, necessitating distinct treatment approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the unique considerations in managing paediatric condylar fractures.
  • To emphasize the critical factors influencing operative versus non-operative treatment decisions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of anatomical and physiological differences in paediatric condylar fractures.
  • Analysis of treatment implications on facial growth and potential complications.

Main Results:

  • Adult treatment protocols are often inappropriate for paediatric condylar fractures.
  • Non-operative management is a viable option but requires careful consideration.
  • Improper treatment can lead to severe deforming complications, including ankylosis.

Conclusions:

  • Paediatric condylar fracture management demands a tailored approach, distinct from adult care.
  • Well-planned and executed treatment is crucial to ensure normal facial growth and development.
  • Preventing complications like ankylosis is paramount in paediatric condylar fracture treatment.

Keywords:
Conservative management of condylar fractureOpen reduction internal fixation of condylar racturePaediatric condylar fracturePaediatric facial traumaPost traumatic Tmj ankylosis

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