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Reichwein, A; Schicho, K; Moser, D; Seemann, R; Poeschl, P; Baumann, A; Ewers, R.
Clinical experiences with resorbable ultrasonic-guided, angle-stable osteosynthesis in the panfacial region.
J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2009; 67(6): 1211-1217.
Doi: 10.1016/j.joms.2008.12.033
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- In this study we report our experiences with the treatment of midfacial fractures and various other indications in regions with low load bearing (eg, dysmorphias) using the biodegradable Osteosynthesis System (SonicWeld Rx by KLS Martin, Tuttlingen, Germany), comprising biomechanical and histological aspects. Seventy-five patients were included in this study. We describe the application of this system for the treatment of fractures of the zygomamaxillary complex, frontal bone impression fractures, surgical treatment of mukocele in the frontal sinus, isolated fractures of the orbital floor, complex midfacial trauma and bone cap fixation, craniosynostoses, and fixation of a distracted bone fragment. The pin insertion could be finished with a total failure rate of lower than 5%. In 3 patients, soft tissue swellings in regions with less subcutaneous fat were observed 6 to 8 months postoperatively. No fracture dislocations occurred. Scanning electron micrograph of the experimentally acquired connection between the resorbable plate and 2 pins clearly demonstrates a tight and reliable fusion to bone, both at the cortical as well as at the spongy compartment. Conventional histology leads to corresponding findings as scanning electron micrography, and shows a close fusion between all components. This retrospective study shows the general feasibility, sufficient mechanical stability, and efficient intraoperative handling of this angle-stable, ultrasonic-guided resorbable Osteosynthesis System (ResorbX and SonicWeld Rx) for a wide variety of indications in craniomaxillofacial surgery.
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