title: Internal derangements of the temporomandibular joint: correlation of arthrography with surgical findings.
abstract: The diagnosis of dysfunctional temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders unresponsive to nonsurgical treatments heretofore has often been empirical. With the development of TMJ arthrography, diagnosis has been greatly improved; an accurate picture of the condition of the joint now provides a substantial base on which to build a rational and reasonable treatment plan. Clinical symptoms can be accurately correlated with the radiographic picture, a valid surgical procedure can be performed because the joint condition is known, and a meaningful prognosis can be determined. Successful management, however, very often requires multifaceted treatment consisting not only of surgery but also of bite-plate, occlusal, restorative, and physical therapy, both preoperatively and postoperatively.
mesh_terms: D002358:Cartilage, Articular / Q000293:injuries; D006801:Humans; D007592:Joint Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D011859:Radiography; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery; D013706:Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging