Fibula flap reconstruction of the condyle in disarticulation resections of the mandible: a case report and review of the technique. Oral surgery, oral medicine, oral pathology, oral radiology, and endodontics. [Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod] Journal article

Segmental resection of the mandible with disarticulation of the temporomandibular joint is occasionally required in the management of extensive tumors. The reconstruction of these deformities is complex, frequently involves staged procedures, and may result in significant deformity and loss of function for patients. The fibula free flap has become a standard treatment option for primary restoration of segmental mandibular deformities. However, little is published about its role in reconstructing the mandibular condyle. This paper describes a simplified technique for primary reconstruction of mandibular defects, including the mandibular condyle, in disarticulation resections of the mandible utilizing the fibula free flap.

Oral surgery, oral medicine, oral pathology, oral radiology, and endodontics. [Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod]

Adult
Dislocations
Fibula
Humans
Male
Mandibular Condyle
Mandibular Diseases
Odontogenic Cysts
Oral Surgical Procedures
Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
Surgical Flaps
Temporomandibular Joint
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders