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  • Neurosurgery
  • Craniofacial Surgery
  • Biomaterials

Background:

  • Complications of titanium mesh cranioplasty are well-documented, primarily in patients with large defects post-decompressive craniectomy.
  • This research specifically examines risk factors for complications in titanium mesh use for smaller cranial defects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify risk factors associated with complications in patients undergoing titanium mesh cranioplasty for smaller cranial defects.
  • To analyze the impact of patient demographics, comorbidities, and surgical approach on complication rates.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective study of 247 patients who underwent primary titanium mesh cranioplasty over five years.
  • Data collected included demographics, comorbidities, smoking/drinking status, cranioplasty indication, and operative findings.
  • Complications were categorized as severe (infection, hematoma, death) or minor (skin atrophy, pain, cosmetic issues).

Main Results:

  • The overall complication rate was 17.4%, with severe complications occurring in 15.0% and minor complications in 2.4%.
  • Significant risk factors for complications included advanced age, active smoking, prior radiation therapy, and a posterolateral surgical approach.
  • Complication rates were not elevated in patients with prior infections or those treated with a frontobasal approach.

Conclusions:

  • Elderly smokers, patients with a history of radiation, and those requiring a posterolateral surgical approach are at increased risk for complications.
  • These findings aid in patient selection and surgical planning for titanium mesh cranioplasty in smaller cranial defects.