Management of comminuted fractures of the mandible.
Comminuted fractures of the mandible are unusual but not rare. They are complex injuries with a high complication rate. Gunshot wounds are a frequent cause. Traditional management with closed techniques is noted for good long-term results, but may involve an extended period of treatment. Treatment with open reduction and rigid internal fixation significantly shortens the course of treatment and simplifies the convalescence.
Alpert
Brian
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University of Louisville School of Dentistry, KY 40292, USA. brian.alpert@louisville.edu
Tiwana
Paul S
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Kushner
George M
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D003289:Convalescence; D016267:External Fixators; D005593:Fracture Fixation, Internal / Q000379:methods; D018460:Fractures, Comminuted / Q000601:surgery* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008337:Mandibular Fractures / Q000601:surgery* / Q000628:therapy; D014948:Wounds, Gunshot / Q000601:surgery