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The Pietermaritzburg craniofacial unit

H W Losken, W M Morris, J W Earle

South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde

|August 7, 1982

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The Pietermaritzburg Craniofacial Unit has treated 150 patients with major skull and facial deformities since 1976. The unit emphasizes the need for specialized centers in craniofacial surgery.

Area of Science:

Plastic Surgery
Craniofacial Surgery
Medical Specialties

Background:

The Pietermaritzburg Craniofacial Unit was founded in 1976.
It serves as a referral center for major skull and facial deformities across South Africa.
The Unit is part of a multidisciplinary team of 16 medical, dental, and allied health professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

To define craniofacial surgery.
To present the rationale for concentrating craniofacial surgical expertise in specialized units.
To highlight the scope of services offered by the Pietermaritzburg Craniofacial Unit.

Main Methods:

Review of patient referrals and surgical procedures at the Pietermaritzburg Craniofacial Unit.
Definition of craniofacial surgery based on the unit's experience.

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Analysis of the multidisciplinary team approach in managing complex craniofacial cases.

Main Results:

Over 150 patients with significant craniofacial deformities have been treated.
Fifty major craniofacial operations have been successfully performed.
The unit operates with a comprehensive team of 16 specialists.

Conclusions:

Craniofacial surgery requires a highly specialized and coordinated approach.
Centralizing expertise in dedicated craniofacial units is essential for optimal patient outcomes.
The Pietermaritzburg Craniofacial Unit demonstrates the effectiveness of a multidisciplinary model in treating complex deformities.