False ankylosis of the temporo-mandibular joint following craniotomy.
Two cases of false ankylosis of the temporo-mandibular joint following elective neurosurgery are described. The possible causation of this condition is discussed.
D000328:Adult; D000844:Ankylosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D003399:Craniotomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D013703:Temporal Muscle / Q000601:surgery; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery