Monophase extraskeletal fixation.
The monophase appliance for extraskeletal fixation of facial fractures is discussed. The technique for its implementation is presented with a discussion of its indications and considerations. Reports of three cases demonstrate clinical applications of this one-step method of extraskeletal fixation.
D000328:Adult; D005115:Extraoral Traction Appliances / Q000295:instrumentation; D005147:Facial Bones / Q000293:injuries; D005260:Female; D005592:Fracture Fixation / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D007576:Jaw, Edentulous, Partially / Q000503:physiopathology; D008297:Male; D008336:Mandibular Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D008337:Mandibular Fractures / Q000628:therapy*; D008875:Middle Aged; D010019:Osteomyelitis / Q000209:etiology; D011552:Pseudomonas Infections / Q000503:physiopathology; D014948:Wounds, Gunshot / Q000628:therapy