Biodegradable Plates for Mandibular Fracture Fixation in Young Children.
J Dent Child (Chic)
; 90(2): 102-106, 2023 May 15.
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| ID: mdl-37621042
ABSTRACT
Mandibular fractures are rare in children and normally result from high-impact trauma. Clinical protocols have evolved in recent years, especially after the introduction of rigid internal fixation methods and the development of novel resorbable materials. The purpose of this report is to present the case of a three-year-old toddler who fell from a bunk bed at home, resulting in a unilateral fracture of the mandibular parasymphysis and a joint fracture on the left side. The patient was treated under general anesthesia with rigid internal fixation with biodegradable plates and screws. Pediatric patients can benefit from resorbable materials, especially their faster mobilization and avoidance of secondary removal operations. Self-reinforced fixation devices are safe and efficient for the treatment of pediatric mandible fractures. However, further clinical investigations are needed to evaluate long-term reliability.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Fracturas Mandibulares
Tipo de estudio:
Guideline
Límite:
Child, preschool
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Dent Child (Chic)
Asunto de la revista:
ODONTOLOGIA
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PEDIATRIA
Año:
2023
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Brasil