The Dautrey procedure--a case for reassessment.
The use of the Dautrey procedure for the treatment of recurrent condylar dislocation is discussed. One cause of failure of the procedure is highlighted and a regime for pre-operative assessment is suggested.
D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D007103:Immobilization; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*; D008297:Male; D008335:Mandibular Condyle / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery; D012008:Recurrence; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*; D015050:Zygoma / Q000601:surgery