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Pedicle ossification after fibular flap reconstruction of maxillary defects: A case report and literature review.
- Source :
- Clinical Case Reports; May2024, Vol. 12 Issue 5, p1-4, 4p
- Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- Key Clinical Message: The phenomenon of vessel pedicle ossification is a noteworthy aspect of the repair and reconstruction of maxillofacial defects. Imaging findings typically reveal high‐density shadows within the vascular pedicle pathway, which may be managed through conservative observation or surgical intervention as deemed appropriate. Vessel pedicle ossification is a relatively uncommon complication associated with the reconstruction of oral and maxillofacial tissue defects using free tissue flap repair. In this paper, we report a case of pedicle ossification and conduct a comprehensive review of previous literature. A 39‐year‐old man presented with a limited ability to open his mouth 6 months after fibular flap reconstruction of the mandible. Plain film X‐ray and computed tomography (CT) indicated pedicle ossification. Two years after the initial operation, the restriction in the patient's ability to open his mouth had not worsened, although there were more pronounced radiographic abnormalities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 20500904
- Volume :
- 12
- Issue :
- 5
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Clinical Case Reports
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 177398142
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.8810