Craniofacial/Maxillofacial Surgery Topic Center

Craniofacial/Maxillofacial Surgery

Case Report

Intraosseous Hemangioma of the Zygomatic Bone with Multidisciplinary Approach to Surgical Resection and Orbital Reconstruction

05/07/2024

Alisa L. Phillips

Meredith A. Allen

Fabliha A. Mukit

Tyler M. Bone

Cynthia M. Noguera

Brian T. Fowler

John P. Gleysteen

This case reports a multidisciplinary approach for excision and reconstruction of an intraosseous hemangioma of the zygomatic bone in a 54-year-old female.

This case reports a...

05/07/2024

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Case Report

Trans-tarsal Stair-Step Technique for Lateral Extension of the Transconjunctival Incision: A Technical Note and Case Series

04/26/2024

Shannon R. Garvey

Amy Chen

Amer H. Nassar

Ryan P. Cauley

This report presents the trans-tarsal stair-step incision for lateral extension of the transconjunctival incision and its outcomes in a Western population.

This report presents the...

04/26/2024

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Case Report

Virtual Surgical Planning in Condyle Reconstruction of Posterior Mandibulectomy Defects

02/12/2024

Katherine C. Benedict , MD;

Ignacio Velasco Martinez , DDS;

Benjamin McIntyre , MD, FACS;

A retrospective review of patients surgically treated for giant ameloblastoma using fibula free flap and VSP custom-made mandibular reconstruction plates

A retrospective review of...

02/12/2024

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Original Research

Characteristics and Complication Rates of Mandibular Fractures Caused by Violent Mechanisms Versus Nonviolent Mechanisms

09/14/2023

D'Arcy Wainwright , MD;

Jared Troy , MD;

Adam Schwartz , BS;

Julie Park , BA, MPH;

Devin Durham , MPH;

William West III;

Rachel Su , BA;

This study aims to identify how violence affects patterns of mandibular fractures and their outcomes.

This study aims to identify...

09/14/2023

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Review

Buccal Fat Pad Herniation, Repositioning Versus Excision: A New Algorithm of Treatment

09/14/2023

Gerardo Cuartero-Castro ;

Erik A. Márquez , MD;

Paul Robledo , MD;

Mario Vélez-Palafox , MD;

This systematic review presents a treatment algorithm for traumatic herniation of the buccal fat pad.

This systematic review presents...

09/14/2023

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Case Report

Carcinoma Cuniculatum of the Maxilla Mimicking Nonhealing Extraction Sockets at the Right Molar Region – An Interesting Case

04/06/2023

Schoinohoriti Ourania , MD, DDS, MSc, PhD;

Bellou Olga , MD, DDS, MSc;

Karathanasi Vasiliki , MD, DDS, MSc, PhD;

The aim of this report is to provide a thorough clinical imaging and histopathological presentation of OCC along with a brief literature review to highlight the difficulties of accurate diagnosis and the pitfalls in treating this uncommon...

The aim of this report is to...

04/06/2023

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Original Research

Evaluation of Globe Position Asymmetry in Endocrine Orbitopathy Patients and a Control Group – A Computed Tomography–Based 3D Cephalometric Analysis

02/16/2023

Matthias Krause , MD, DDS;

Ina Sterker , MD, PhD;

Konstantin Volker Hierl , MD;

Thomas Hierl , MD, DDS, PhD;

Daniel Kruber ;

This study used a 3D cephalometric computed tomography–based orbital analysis to evaluate the prevailing asymmetry in a database of patients with and without EO, measure the clinical usability of the 3D analysis, and compare the data to...

This study used a 3D...

02/16/2023

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Review

Cleft Palate Fistula: A Review

02/01/2023

Jordan N. Halsey , MD;

Diana Jodeh , MD;

Mitchell J. Buller , MD, MEng;

Fatima Qamar , MD, MPH;

Joshua M. Wright , MBBS;

S. Alex Rottgers , MD;

This article provides an extensive review of the literature discussing the incidence, causative factors, functional impact, classification systems, and treatment of oronasal fistulae.

This article provides an...

02/01/2023

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Original Research

Hardness of Artificial Bone and Vulnerability of Reconstructed Skull—A Biomechanical Study

09/15/2022

Tomohisa Nagasao , MD, PhD;

Tomoki Miyanagi , MD;

Asako Hatano , MD, PhD;

LinXuan Wu , MD;

Tadaaki Morotomi , MD, PhD;

Using biomechanical simulation, the present study elucidated the relationship between the vulnerability of reconstructed skulls and the hardness of the artificial bone.

Using biomechanical simulation,...

09/15/2022

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Original Research

Head Computed Tomography Versus Maxillofacial Computed Tomography An Evaluation of the Efficacy of Facial Imaging in the Detection of Facial Fractures

06/20/2022

Edward S. Lee , MD;

Haripriya S. Ayyala , MD;

Ian C. Hoppe , MD, BA;

Jordan N. Halsey , MD;

Julien Hohenleitner , BA, BS ;

Mark S. Granick , MD;

Zachary Gala , BSE, MD;

Di Bai , MD;

Kristin Riddle , BA;

CTH for initial trauma evaluation often misses facial fractures. CTH alone was only sufficient in detecting posterior frontal sinus, orbital (excluding lateral wall), and mandibular condyle fractures. In patients with suspected facial...

CTH for initial trauma...

06/20/2022

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Case Report

Single-Stage Metacarpal Lengthening for Traumatic Metacarpal Malunion: A Case Report and Surgical Technique

11/08/2024

Mariel McLaughlin , MD;

Dylon P. Collins , BS;

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Devin W. Collins , DO;

A single-stage intramedullary technique for metacarpal lengthening effectively addresses traumatic malunion, correcting malrotation and improving fist formation with minimal lag.

A single-stage intramedullary...

11/08/2024

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Case Report

Regenerative Peripheral Nerve Interfaces for the Management of Symptomatic Non-extremity Neuropathic Pain and Neuromas

10/23/2024

Navya Baranwal , BA;

Jesse E. Menville , BA;

Elijah M. Persad-Paisley , BA;

Nikhil Sobti , MD;

Loree K. Kalliainen , MD, MA;

Regenerative peripheral nerve interfaces (RPNI) effectively treat non-extremity neuropathic pain. A review of seven patient cases highlights diverse trauma-related nerve injuries.

Regenerative peripheral nerve...

10/23/2024

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Original Research

Effect of Tissue Expanders Filled With Saline Versus Air on Longitudinal Breast Reconstruction Outcomes

10/23/2024

A retrospective study of 69 patients compared air versus saline intraoperative fill in 2-stage breast reconstruction, focusing on postoperative outcomes.

A retrospective study of 69...

10/23/2024

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Case Report

Not a Jersey Finger – A Case of a Closed Traumatic Rupture of the Small Finger Flexor Digitorum Profundus Tendon at the Lumbrical Origin

10/23/2024

Alexander M. Germann , MD;

Sharon S. Stanley , MD;

A 55-year-old man experienced proximal rupture of the flexor digitorum profundus tendon while moving heavy furniture, requiring surgical repair.

A 55-year-old man experienced...

10/23/2024

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Original Research

Coincidence of Brachial Plexus Upper Trunk and Long Thoracic Nerve Injuries in 50 Patients With Winged Scapula: Improvements in Shoulder Stability and Functional Movements After Decompression and Neurolysis

10/17/2024

Rahul K. Nath , MD;

Chandra Somasundaram , PhD;

This study documents simultaneous upper trunk and long thoracic nerve injuries causing scapular winging and shoulder instability in patients.

This study documents...

10/17/2024

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Original Research

Clinical, Electrophysiological, and Intraoperative Analysis and Postoperative Success of Revision Surgery for Persistent and Recurrent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

10/17/2024

This paper reviews signs, symptoms, and causes of recurrent carpal tunnel syndrome, analyzing 30 revision surgeries and patient outcomes.

This paper reviews signs,...

10/17/2024

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Original Research

Use of Dermal Substrate for the Treatment of Pediatric Deep Partial-Thickness Burns

09/26/2024

Katherine C. Bergus , MD, MPH;

Dana M. Schwartz , MD;

Kelli N. Patterson , DO, MPH;

Shruthi Srinivas , MD, MPH;

Renata Fabia , MD, PhD;

Rajan K. Thakkar , MD;

This study reviewed pediatric burn patients treated with dermal substrates, assessing wound healing and complications following dermal substrate application and grafting.

This study reviewed pediatric...

09/26/2024

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Original Research

Have We Really Shifted to an Evidence-Based Practice? A Qualitative Analysis of Primary Breast Augmentation

09/18/2024

Esteban Elena Scarafoni , MD;

Carlos Augusto Cutini Cingozoglu , MD;

This study surveyed Argentinian plastic surgeons to assess variability in breast augmentation practices and compared results with scientific evidence.

This study surveyed Argentinian...

09/18/2024

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