The 'Manchester' method of minimal access fixation of the zygomatic arch in zygomatic complex fractures: a case series.
Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg
; 62(5): 493-497, 2024 Jun.
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ABSTRACT
We have introduced a minimally invasive approach for the fixation of the zygomatic arch during the surgical management of zygomatic complex fractures. Access for this technique is provided by a preauricular approach and eyelid incisions with the addition of transcutaneous stab incisions overlying the arch. These stab incisions allow transcutaneous drilling and screw placement through a size CH 20 (5.0 mm) paediatric nasopharyngeal airway (NPA). We present a case series of seven patients. In all patients the arch component was successfully reduced and fixed, and no intraoperative or postoperative complications were observed. The use of an NPA is novel. It functions as a flexible self-irrigating sleeve and protects the skin from mechanical and thermal damage. The technique uses readily available equipment, is easy to learn, and simplifies surgery to the zygomatic arch.
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Asunto principal:
Fracturas Cigomáticas
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Procedimientos Quirúrgicos Mínimamente Invasivos
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Fijación Interna de Fracturas
Límite:
Adolescent
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Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
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En
Revista:
Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg
Año:
2024
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Article
País de afiliación:
Reino Unido
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Reino Unido