Histological assessment of the temporomandibular joint.
An histological assessment has been made of condyles removed at condylotomy. The tissue was removed from patients where conservative treatment had proved unsuccessful. In most of the condyles degenerative changes were found and in some, evidence of trauma. The importance of adaption is discussed. The need for proper pre-operative assessment is emphasised.
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008335:Mandibular Condyle / Q000473:pathology* / Q000502:physiology; D008875:Middle Aged; D010003:Osteoarthritis / Q000473:pathology; D010146:Pain; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000473:pathology* / Q000502:physiology