Temporomandibular ankylosis secondary to rheumatoid arthritis. Report of a case.
A case of unilateral bony ankylosis of the temporomandibular joint secondary to rheumatoid arthritis is presented, and the surgical treatment and postoperative regime are suggested. It is believed that, with proper motivation of the patient, an adequate oral opening may be maintained.
D000293:Adolescent; D000844:Ankylosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000601:surgery; D001171:Arthritis, Juvenile / Q000150:complications*; D005081:Exercise Therapy / Q000295:instrumentation; D006801:Humans; D007710:Klebsiella Infections / Q000209:etiology; D008297:Male; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology; D012008:Recurrence; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000601:surgery