Endoscopically assisted reduction and fixation of condylar neck/base fractures--The learning curve.
Following the introduction of a new technique for fixation of fractures of the condylar neck and base in our department, the operative times were compared with those for the traditional and frequently used method of open reduction and internal fixation. A distinct learning curve was seen.
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Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds Dental Institute, Clarendon Way, Leeds LS2 9LU, UK. rloukota@doctors.org.uk
D004724:Endoscopy / Q000193:education* / Q000379:methods; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000193:education* / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D007858:Learning; D008335:Mandibular Condyle / Q000293:injuries*; D008337:Mandibular Fractures / Q000601:surgery*; D013997:Time Factors