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Review
. 2017 Sep;10(3):244-245.
doi: 10.1055/s-0036-1584889. Epub 2016 Jun 30.

Narrow-Bladed "Endo" Sagittal Split Osteotomy Retractor

Maurice Yves Mommaerts  1   2
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Review

Narrow-Bladed "Endo" Sagittal Split Osteotomy Retractor

Maurice Yves Mommaerts. Craniomaxillofac Trauma Reconstr. 2017 Sep.

Abstract

A modification of the Obwegeser sagittal split retractor is presented. It is slender while still protecting the soft tissues and is particularly suitable for endoscopically assisted surgery.

Keywords: instrument; osteotomy; sagittal split ramus; surgical.

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Figures

Fig. 1
Fig. 1
3D graphical representation of the “endo BSSO retractor.” The lower shaft is 7 mm wide.
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Fig. 2
Angle of attack to the bony surface and the sharp tip.
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Fig. 3
The instrument fits well around the mandibular border and prevents soft-tissue prolapse into the danger area.
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Fig. 4
The “endo BSSO retractor” providing efficient access and effective soft-tissue protection from the Lindemann bur (endoscopic view in the lingual tunnel—arrow is pointing at the fat pad surrounding the mandibular foramen).
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References

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    1. Matsushita K. Wide-bladed mandibular channel retractor efficiently secures surgical manoeuvres during ramus osteotomy. Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2015;53(02):210–211. - PubMed
    1. Mommaerts M Y. Endoscopically assisted sagittal split osteotomy for mandibular lengthening: technical note and initial experience. J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2010;38(02):108–112. - PubMed
    1. Mommaerts M Y. The surgical art of facial makeover. Volume I. Planning and operative techniques. Chapter “Endoscopic bilateral sagittal split osteotomy (endo-BSSO)”. Sint Martens Latem. 2013:189–196.

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