Endoscopic Surgery for Condylar Fractures

Abstract

This study was done to evaluate the role of endoscope in reduction of condylar/subcondylar fracture. It reviewed: 1) The history, 2) Anatomy, 3) Incidence 4) Etiology 5) Prevalence 6) Presentation 7) Diagnosis 8) Endoscopic Procedure. Many techniques have been described for the open reduction of condylar fractures but resulted in injury of the facial nerve or the creation of visible scars. The risk of facial nerve damage and visible scars can be reduced by minimally invasive techniques. In cases with moderate dislocation, a transoral approach is utilized to avoid damage of the facial nerve and visible scars. As endoscopic approach is a minimally invasive approach it could be used to prevent postoperative complications of open reduction.

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Amrita Patnaik

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Amrita Patnaik (2018). Endoscopic Surgery for Condylar Fractures. International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR), 3(3), 265-275. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-502349