Atrophy of mandibular condyles after sagittal ramus split osteotomy: report of case.
Bilateral atrophy of the mandibular condyles after a SRSO with advancement is reported. Although a definite cause could not be established, a biomechanical phenomenon based on increased muscle tension was the most likely causative mechanism.
D000328:Adult; D001284:Atrophy / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008310:Malocclusion / Q000601:surgery; D008334:Mandible / Q000601:surgery*; D008335:Mandibular Condyle; D008336:Mandibular Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012008:Recurrence