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Skull Osteomyelitis Developed on the Frontal Bone and Subsequent Reconstruction Strategies.

In-Mo Yoon¹, Junghyun Lee, Soyeon Jung

¹Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hallym University Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital, Hwaseong, Korea.

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Frontal bone osteomyelitis, a rare but serious infection, requires prompt surgical intervention for tissue eradication and reconstruction. This study presents two successful treatment approaches for this condition.

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Bone transplantation cranioplasty frontal bone osteomyelitis titanium

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Medical Science
Surgical Oncology
Infectious Diseases

Background:

Frontal bone osteomyelitis is a rare, potentially fatal condition often linked to sinusitis.
It presents challenges in localization and requires comprehensive treatment including debridement and reconstruction.

Purpose of the Study:

To present two treatment options for frontal bone osteomyelitis.
To highlight the importance of early surgical intervention and reconstruction planning.

Main Methods:

Two patients with recurrent frontal bone infections underwent CT and MRI for diagnosis.
Surgical debridement and reconstruction were performed, with one patient receiving autologous bone graft and the other titanium mesh.

Main Results:

No infection recurrence was observed in either patient during 6-month follow-up.
Both patients reported subjective satisfaction with forehead contour, with only minor scalp numbness.

Conclusions:

Early surgical eradication is crucial for managing frontal bone osteomyelitis.
Reconstruction planning is vital for optimal aesthetic and functional outcomes.
This report offers valuable insights into surgical management strategies.