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Review
. 2023 Jun;27(6):2513-2520.
doi: 10.1007/s00784-023-05065-4. Epub 2023 May 24.

Introduction of temporomandibular joint and skull base combined reconstruction by autogenous bone graft

Liang Huo  1 , Zixiang Han  1 , Zixian Jiao  1 , Xiang Wei  1 , Qingyu Xu  1 , Abdelrehem Ahmed  2 , Jisi Zheng  3 , Minjie Chen  4 , Chi Yang  5
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Review

Introduction of temporomandibular joint and skull base combined reconstruction by autogenous bone graft

Liang Huo et al. Clin Oral Investig. 2023 Jun.

Abstract

Objective: This study introduces the application of autogenous bone graft for the reconstruction of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and skull base combined defects.

Materials and methods: Patients treated with autogenous bone grafts for reconstruction of the TMJ and skull base were reviewed. All patients underwent virtual surgical design to confirm the osteotomies of the combined lesion and the selections of autogenous bone graft, fabrication of surgical templates to transfer the plan to actual operation, and reconstruction of autogenous bone graft for the TMJ and/or skull base. Surgical outcomes were assessed by clinical examinations and radiological data.

Results: Twenty-two patients were involved in this study. Ten patients underwent reconstruction of the skull base by a free iliac or temporal bone graft and preservation of the TMJ. Twelve patients underwent skull base reconstruction by the same methods and total reconstruction of the TMJ by half sternoclavicular joint flap or costochondral bone graft. No severe complications occurred after surgery. The occlusion relationship was stable and similar to that of the preoperative state. The pain and maximal interincisal opening were significantly improved by the 101.2-month follow-up.

Conclusion: Autogenous bone graft is a good alternative for repairing the TMJ and the skull base structure and function.

Clinical relevance: The study introduced the application of autogenous bone graft for the reconstruction of temporomandibular joint and skull base combined defect, which is a good way to repair the defect and restore the function.

Keywords: Autogenous bone graft; Liang Huo and Zixiang Han are co-first authors for this study.; Reconstruction; Skull base; Temporomandibular joint.

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