scholarly journals Comparison of the Accuracy and Clinical Parameters of Patient-Specific and Conventionally Bended Plates for Mandibular Reconstruction

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Henriette L. Möllmann ◽  
Laura Apeltrath ◽  
Nadia Karnatz ◽  
Max Wilkat ◽  
Erik Riedel ◽  
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ObjectivesThis retrospective study compared two mandibular reconstruction procedures—conventional reconstruction plates (CR) and patient-specific implants (PSI)—and evaluated their accuracy of reconstruction and clinical outcome.MethodsOverall, 94 patients had undergone mandibular reconstruction with CR (n = 48) and PSI (n = 46). Six detectable and replicable anatomical reference points, identified via computer tomography, were used for defining the mandibular dimensions. The accuracy of reconstruction was assessed using pre- and postoperative differences.ResultsIn the CR group, the largest difference was at the lateral point of the condyle mandibulae (D2) -1.56 mm (SD = 3.8). In the PSI group, the largest difference between preoperative and postoperative measurement was shown at the processus coronoid (D5) with +1.86 mm (SD = 6.0). Significant differences within the groups in pre- and postoperative measurements were identified at the gonion (D6) [t(56) = -2.217; p = .031 <.05]. In the CR group, the difference was 1.5 (SD = 3.9) and in the PSI group -1.04 (SD = 4.9). CR did not demonstrate a higher risk of plate fractures and post-operative complications compared to PSI.ConclusionFor reconstructing mandibular defects, CR and PSI are eligible. In each case, the advantages and disadvantages of these approaches must be assessed. The functional and esthetic outcome of mandibular reconstruction significantly improves with the experience of the surgeon in conducting microvascular grafts and familiarity with computer-assisted surgery. Interoperator variability can be reduced, and training of younger surgeons involved in planning can be reaching better outcomes in the future.

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. s-0037-1606835 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ryo Sasaki ◽  
Michael Rasse

ProPlan CMF (Depuy Synthes, Solothurn, Switzerland, and Materialise, Leuven, Belgium) is a computer-aided surgical virtual planning service using an online meeting with professional medical engineers and transfers patient-specific surgical guide to the virtual plan. Moreover, prebent reconstruction plates or patient-specific computer-aided manufacturing-fabricated reconstruction can also be used. This service started in 2011. Currently, it is widely used in Europe. Current status of mandibular reconstruction with ProPlan CMF vertical planning service with the surgical guide was reviewed. The accuracy was excellent in terms of contact of the osteotomized parts and the contact to the remaining skeleton. The authors found that currently, a small number of reports regarding the mandibular reconstruction with virtual planning service and surgical guides are available. These reports also have a small number of cases and short-term follow-up results. In this situation, this review revealed that (1) mainly the resection guides, cutting guides, and patient-specific mandible reconstruction plates were adequately well fitted to the surgical site intraoperatively, (2) the ischemic time might be more reduced than that of the conventional surgery (3) the accuracy of computer-assisted surgery in the mandibular reconstruction was clinically acceptable, and (4) condyle positions after the computer-assisted surgery was mainly normal. The higher additional cost than that of the conventional technique is presently an issue. Large-scale clinical studies and long-term follow-up studies are demanded.


2020 ◽  
pp. 194338752093500
Author(s):  
Daman D. Singh ◽  
Lara Schorn ◽  
E. Bradley Strong ◽  
Michael Grant ◽  
Alexander Schramm ◽  
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Study Design: This study presents a case-control study of 33 patients who underwent secondary orbital reconstruction, evaluating techniques and outcome. Objective: Adequate functional and aesthetical appearance are main goals for secondary orbital reconstruction. Insufficient premorbid orbital reconstruction can result in hypoglobus, enophthalmos, and diplopia. Computer-assisted surgery and the use of patient-specific implants (PSIs) is widely described in the literature. The authors evaluate the use of selective laser-melted PSIs and hypothesize that PSIs are an excellent option for secondary orbital reconstruction. Methods: The sample was composed of 33 patients, previously treated with primary orbital reconstruction, presenting themselves with indications for secondary reconstruction (i.e. enophthalmos, diplopia, or limited eye motility). Computed tomography and/or cone beam data sets were assessed before and after secondary reconstruction comparing intraorbital volumes, infraorbital angles, and clinical symptoms. Clinical outcomes were assessed using a standardized protocol. Results: Results show a significant change in intraorbital volumes and a reduction of clinical symptoms after secondary reconstruction. Conclusions: Outcomes of this study suggest that secondary orbital reconstruction can be performed routinely using selective laser-melted PSIs and titanium spacers.


Author(s):  
Ananthanarayanan Parameswaran ◽  
Madhulaxmi Marimuthu ◽  
Shreya Panwar ◽  
Beat Hammer

AbstractSurgery for orbital trauma is challenging. A good understanding of the orbit, its normal form, function, and the varying patterns of its disruption due to trauma is essential for its proper management. The aim of this chapter is to provide a comprehensive clinical overview of all facets of orbital trauma for the young surgeon. The chapter has been structured to include the basics of (i) anatomy, (ii) biomechanics of injury, (iii) classification and their clinical implications, (iv) surgical approaches and (v) management options available for individual types of fractures. Special features of this chapter include descriptions of clinical features exclusive to orbital trauma with a section for management of orbital emergencies. A detailed note is provided for the management of fractures of the orbital floor including guidelines for deep orbital dissection and elaboration of the principles of reconstruction. The role of computer assisted surgery, intra-operative navigation and patient specific implants has also been added to explain the recent advances in this field of surgery.


2014 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 158-166 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frank Wilde ◽  
Carl-Peter Cornelius ◽  
Alexander Schramm

We investigated the workflow of computer-assisted mandibular reconstruction that was performed with a patient-specific mandibular reconstruction plate fabricated with computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) techniques and a fibula flap. We assessed the feasibility of this technique from virtual planning to the completion of surgery. Computed tomography (CT) scans of a cadaveric skull and fibula were obtained for the virtual simulation of mandibular resection and reconstruction using ProPlan CMF software (Materialise®/DePuy Synthes®). The virtual model of the reconstructed mandible provided the basis for the computer-aided design of a patient-specific reconstruction plate that was milled from titanium using a five-axis milling machine and CAM techniques. CAD/CAM techniques were used for producing resection guides for mandibular resection and cutting guides for harvesting a fibula flap. Mandibular reconstruction was simulated in a cadaveric wet laboratory. No problems were encountered during the procedure. The plate was fixed accurately to the residual bone without difficulty. The fibula segments were attached to the plate rapidly and reliably. The fusion of preoperative and postoperative CT datasets demonstrated high reconstruction precision. Computer-assisted mandibular reconstruction with CAD/CAM-fabricated patient-specific reconstruction plates appears to be a promising approach for mandibular reconstruction. Clinical trials are required to determine whether these promising results can be translated into successful practice and what further developments are needed.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yiu Yan LEUNG ◽  
Jasper Ka Chai LEUNG ◽  
Alvin Tsz Choi LI ◽  
Nathan En Zuo TEO ◽  
Karen Pui Yan LEUNG ◽  
...  

Abstract The design and fabrication of three-dimensional (3D) -printed patient-specific implants (PSIs) for orthognathic surgery are customarily outsourced to commercial companies. We propose a protocol of designing PSIs and surgical guides by orthognathic surgeons-in-charge instead for wafer-less Le Fort I osteotomy. The aim of this prospective study was to evaluate the accuracy and post-operative complications of PSIs that are designed in-house for Le Fort I osteotomy. The post-operative cone beam computer tomography (CBCT) model of the maxilla was superimposed to the virtual surgical planning to compare the discrepancies of pre-determined landmarks, lines and principal axes between the two models. Twenty-five patients (12 males, 13 females) were included. The median linear deviations of the post-operative maxilla of the x, y and z axes were 0.74 mm, 0.75 mm and 0.72 mm, respectively. The deviations in the principal axes for pitch, yaw and roll were 1.40°, 0.90° and 0.60°, respectively. There were no post-operative complications related to the PSIs in the follow-up period. The 3D-printed PSIs designed in-house for wafer-less Le Fort I osteotomy are accurate and safe. Its clinical outcomes and accuracy are comparable to commercial PSIs for orthognathic surgery.


Oral Oncology ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 84 ◽  
pp. 52-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gustaaf J.C. van Baar ◽  
Tymour Forouzanfar ◽  
Niels P.T.J. Liberton ◽  
Henri A.H. Winters ◽  
Frank K.J. Leusink

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