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  • Title: [Autogenous costochondral graft applied in the reconstruction of the temporomandibular joint].
    Author: Liu G, Li Z, Dong Y.
    Journal: Zhonghua Zheng Xing Wai Ke Za Zhi; 2000 May; 16(3):163-5. PubMed ID: 11593694.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVE: To study the surgical treatment of ankylosis of the temporomandibular joint. METHODS: Autogenous costochondral grafts were applied in the reconstruction of the temporomandibular joint in 27 cases with condyle ankylosis from 1988-1998. The follow up period was 1-10 years. The pre- and post-operative degree of mouth opening and the TMJ function was examined. RESULTS: Postoperative mouth opening was improved up to 2 cm in the 27 cases. All the results were successful without recrudescence of condyle ankylosis. CONCLUSION: The use of autogenous costochondral grafts in TMJ reconstruction is the best method in the treatment of TMJ ankylosis.
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