Mandibular reconstruction and rehabilitation in childhood.
The management of a case of osteosarcoma of the mandible in an 7-year-old girl is presented. A variety of reconstructive techniques were used following surgical ablation of the tumour, including the use of a revascularised free bone flap and osseointegrated endosseous implants.
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Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Chester Royal Infirmary.
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D002648:Child; D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D003830:Denture, Partial, Fixed; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008334:Mandible / Q000601:surgery; D008339:Mandibular Neoplasms / Q000534:rehabilitation* / Q000601:surgery*; D012516:Osteosarcoma / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000601:surgery; D013524:Surgical Flaps