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[Morphometric assessment of the stylohioid complex by multislice computed tomography]
Mariana Raquel Hernández-Díaz1, Adalsa Hernández-Andara2, Ana Isabel Ortega-Pertuz3
1Facultad de Odontología, Universidad Central de Venezuela. Caracas, Venezuela. maryhernandez29@gmail.com Universidad Central de Venezuela Facultad de Odontología Universidad Central de Venezuela Caracas Venezuela maryhernandez29@gmail.com.
Revista Cientifica Odontologica (Universidad Cientifica Del Sur)
|December 17, 2024
Summary
Micro-computed tomography (MCT) revealed that over half of patients exhibit an elongated stylohyoid chain (SHC). This finding is crucial for diagnosing cervico-facial pain and temporomandibular joint dysfunction.
Area of Science:
- Anatomy and imaging science
- Medical diagnostics
Context:
- The stylohyoid chain (SHC) is an anatomical structure whose ossification can be associated with various clinical symptoms.
- Micro-computed tomography (MCT) offers high-resolution imaging for detailed anatomical assessment.
Purpose:
- To investigate the prevalence and morphometric characteristics of stylohyoid chain (SHC) ossification using micro-computed tomography (MCT).
- To analyze the distribution of SHC ossification based on age, sex, laterality, type, and examination indication.
Summary:
- A retrospective cross-sectional study analyzed 238 MCT scans of the craniofacial complex.
- The mean SHC length was 30.66 ± 10.58 mm, with 53.4% of individuals showing elongation.
- Elongated SHC was more common in women (63.8%), often bilateral (64.6%), and frequently associated with temporomandibular joint evaluations.
Impact:
- MCT is effective for identifying and measuring SHC ossification.
- Understanding SHC ossification is vital for the differential diagnosis of cervico-facial pain and temporomandibular joint disorders.
