title: [Tuber avulsion from the forensic point of view].
abstract: On the basis of 6 case reports regarding avulsions of the tuber of the maxillary bone, the author comments on iatrogenic incidents in general. He deals in particular with the causes and the treatment of tuber avulsion and, finally, with forensiv aspects of this problem. He is of opinion that tuber avulsions are in most cases not due to malpraxis. The proper approach to the avoidance or the management of such a complication is explained.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D005553:Forensic Dentistry; D006801:Humans; D007049:Iatrogenic Disease; D017053:Infection Control; D008297:Male; D008440:Maxillary Fractures; D008875:Middle Aged; D012852:Sinusitis / Q000209:etiology; D014081:Tooth Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents
vernacular_title: Der Tuberabriss in forensischer Sicht