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  • Title: Advantages and disadvantages of mandibular distraction in Robin sequence.
    Author: Breugem CC, Logjes RJH, Nolte JW, Flores RL.
    Journal: Semin Fetal Neonatal Med; 2021 Dec; 26(6):101283. PubMed ID: 34663561.
    Abstract:
    Robin sequence (RS) is diagnosed in infants born with micrognathia, glossoptosis and varying degrees of upper airway obstruction (UAO). Due to the variable levels of hypoxia, severe breathing and feeding problems can occur. Treatment is determined by clinical severity, ranging from conservative interventions for mild cases to surgical interventions for severe cases. Mandibular distraction osteogenesis (MDO) is a surgical technique that gradually lengthens the mandible after an osteotomy by using an internal or external distraction device, directly correcting the micrognathia. This review will focus on advantages and disadvantages of mandibular distraction in infants with RS.
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