{"title":"Review of the Literature on the Current State of Periosteum-Mediated Craniofacial Bone Regeneration","authors":"Eyituoyo Okoturo","doi":"10.1177/19433875231214068","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/19433875231214068","url":null,"abstract":"Study Design This is an article review on the current state of periosteum-mediated bone regeneration (PMBR). It is a known mandibular reconstruction option in children, and though poorly understood and unpredictable, the concerns of developmental changes to donor and recipient tissues shared by other treatment options are nonexistent. The definitive role of periosteum during bone regeneration remains largely unknown. Objective The objective is to review the literature on the clinical and molecular mechanism evidence of this event. Methods Our search methodology was modeled after the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis) guidelines. Search strategies were categorized into search 1 for clinical evidence of mandibular regeneration and search 2 for gene expression review for craniofacial regeneration. The quality assessment of each publication was undertaken, and inclusion criteria comprise mandibular continuity defect for search 1 and use of gene expression assay propriety kit for search 2. Results 33 studies were selected for search 1 while four studies with non-human subjects were selected for search 2. Monitoring of PMBR onset was advised at 2 weeks post-operative, and the gene expression results showed an upregulation of genes responsible for angiogenesis, cytokine activities, and immune–inflammatory response in week 1 and skeletal development and signaling pathways in week 2. Conclusions The results suggest that young periosteum has a higher probability of PMBR than adult periosteum, and skeletal morphogenesis regulated by skeletal developmental genes and pathways may characterize the gene expression patterns of PMBR.","PeriodicalId":46447,"journal":{"name":"Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction","volume":" 7","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135192014","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Raissa Dias Fares, João Victor Borges Leal, Manuella Zanela da Silva Areas, Hernando Valentim da Rocha, Sylvio Luiz Costa de Moraes, Nicolas Homsi, Jonathan Ribeiro da Silva
{"title":"Tomographic Evaluation of Bone Height Between the Mandibular Canal and the Inferior Cortex of the Mandible Related to Bicortical Screws Fixation","authors":"Raissa Dias Fares, João Victor Borges Leal, Manuella Zanela da Silva Areas, Hernando Valentim da Rocha, Sylvio Luiz Costa de Moraes, Nicolas Homsi, Jonathan Ribeiro da Silva","doi":"10.1177/19433875231213892","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/19433875231213892","url":null,"abstract":"Study Design: Original Article. Objective: The surgical treatment of mandibular fractures has undergone several changes over the past 100 years, since the use of wires and intermaxillary fixation, until today where most of the fractures are treated with internal fixation using plates and screws. For the correct use of this hardware, the surgeon must have adequate knowledge of jaw anatomy to prevent complications during the insertion of screws like in fractures of the mandibular body and angle, when the screws of the plate installed in the compression zone can damage the inferior alveolar nerve within the mandibular canal. Methods: To minimize this complication, 66 hemimandibles of adult patients were analyzed in CT scans and manipulated with Dental Slice® software, (BioParts®, Brazil) and measured the shortest distance from the inferior cortex of the mandibular canal to the inferior cortex of the mandibular body during the path of the inferior alveolar nerve, since the mandibular foramen until the mental foramen. Results: The result obtained showed a wide variation of the shortest distance measured (3.52 mm–11.5 mm) with an average of 7.99 mm. Conclusion: The conclusion demonstrated a minimum distance of 3.52 mm below the cortical mandibular canal to the lower border of the mandible and should be considered as a safety margin during the application of fixing the material in the region of the mandibular body.","PeriodicalId":46447,"journal":{"name":"Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction","volume":"3 6","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135873758","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sacha C. Hauc, Lioba Huelsboemer, Katelyn Lewis, Helia Hosseini, Mica Williams, Jean Carlo Rivera, Michael Alperovich
{"title":"Facial Lacerations Related to Recreational Activities: A National 10-Year Evaluation From US Emergency Departments","authors":"Sacha C. Hauc, Lioba Huelsboemer, Katelyn Lewis, Helia Hosseini, Mica Williams, Jean Carlo Rivera, Michael Alperovich","doi":"10.1177/19433875231211757","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/19433875231211757","url":null,"abstract":"Study Design This study serves as a nationally representative retrospective cohort of U.S emergency department visits related to facial lacerations caused by recreational activities. Objective The aim of this work is to offer a representative sample of facial laceration and identify the recreational activities associated with the highest risk of such injuries. Methods We conducted aretrospectivestudy of patients reported to the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS) which collects information on injuries related to consumer products. Patients were included in our dataset from the time period of 2012 to 2021 if they sustained a facial laceration that was caused by a recreational activity. Results Our findings reveal 2,383,761 facial lacerations between the study period examined. Young male white adults were more likely to sustain a facial laceration related to recreational activities. Injuries related to exercise equipment were also more likely seen in male patients. The most common cause of facial lacerations was associated with bicycles and basketball. Conclusions This study found that young white adults are notably prone to facial lacerations, with recreational activities such as bicycling and basketball accounting for the majority of cases. Understanding these statistics is pivotal for implementing targeted strategies to prevent these injuries and their associated consequences.","PeriodicalId":46447,"journal":{"name":"Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction","volume":"18 12","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135973714","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Samin Rahbin, Ola Sunnergren, Ellen Lindgren, Hatef Darabi, Babak Alinasab
{"title":"Differences Between Patient and Surgeon Perspectives: A Long-Term Follow-Up of 180 Patients With Zygomaticomaxillary Complex Fractures Following Either Conservative or Surgical Treatment","authors":"Samin Rahbin, Ola Sunnergren, Ellen Lindgren, Hatef Darabi, Babak Alinasab","doi":"10.1177/19433875231208463","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/19433875231208463","url":null,"abstract":"Study Design Retrospective with follow-up. Objective This study described the long-term outcomes of patients who received either conservative or surgical treatment for zygomaticomaxillary complex (ZMC) fractures. It accounted for the perspectives of both patients and surgeons, and explored factors associated with patient satisfaction. Methods Patients with unilateral ZMC fractures 2007–2018 were invited to follow-up clinical examinations and photographic documentation. Patient experiences were recorded using a questionnaire. A review panel assessed computed tomography (CT) scans and photographs. Patient and surgeon perspectives of detecting functional sequelae were assessed, and a correlation matrix was used to evaluate different perspectives of perceiving malar asymmetry. Results The study sample consisted of 180 patients, of which conservative treatment was given to 43 patients and surgical treatment to 137 patients. Median follow-up time was 72.5 months after trauma. Overall satisfaction was 92.8%, with no significant difference between treatment groups. Patients and surgeons showed marked differences in detecting functional sequelae. Predicted malar asymmetry on CT scans did not correlate to findings on photographs or reports by patients. Conclusions A predicted sunken cheek on CT imaging does not necessarily lead to long-term visible asymmetry of the malar region. Surgeons should acknowledge different perspectives when predicting and assessing long-term sequelae of ZMC fractures, and seek consensus on when to perform surgical reconstructions.","PeriodicalId":46447,"journal":{"name":"Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction","volume":"44 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136312068","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Narrative Review: Submental Artery Island Pedicled Flap, Indications, Tips, and Pitfalls","authors":"Camilo Mosquera, Carlos Ramirez","doi":"10.1177/19433875231208565","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/19433875231208565","url":null,"abstract":"Study Design Narrative review. Objective To describe the advantages, challenges, and potential indications of the submental artery island flap as a local pedicled flap for head and neck reconstruction. Methods We conducted a comprehensive review of the literature to describe the submental artery island flap's surgical technique, indications, and outcomes. Data sources included peer-reviewed articles, case reports, and clinical studies on using the submental flap in head and neck surgery reconstruction. Results The submental artery island flap, while offering advantages such as minimal donor site morbidity, and good cosmetic outcomes, presents challenges related to the pedicle dissection and patient selection. This flap is particularly suitable for defects in the oral cavity, oropharynx, parotid bed, and midface or neck skin. Simultaneous neck dissection is feasible but should be approached with caution in patients with a history of prior neck surgery. Conclusions The submental artery island flap is a valuable option for selected cases. When performed in the right patient with a correct technique, this flap can reconstruct defects in the oral cavity, oropharynx, parotid bed, and skin of the midface or neck with a minimally visible scar of the donor site.","PeriodicalId":46447,"journal":{"name":"Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction","volume":"254 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135858178","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Stacey Nedrud, Yoram Fleissig, Alba Sanjuan-Sanjuan, Anthony Bunnell, Rui Fernandes
{"title":"Mathematical Modeling of Vessel Geometry and Circumference in Microvascular Surgery.","authors":"Stacey Nedrud, Yoram Fleissig, Alba Sanjuan-Sanjuan, Anthony Bunnell, Rui Fernandes","doi":"10.1177/19433875221097252","DOIUrl":"10.1177/19433875221097252","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Microvascular anastomosis has traditionally been executed with a perpendicular transection through the vessel at the widest diameter to increase circumference and thus increase blood flow while decreasing resistance. In Chen's 2015 article, it was suggested that an \"open Y\" would improve vessel size match, and Wei and Mardini discuss angled transections of the vessels. This project aims to explore the geometric configurations feasible at the anastomotic transection and mathematically model the resulting hypothetical increases in circumference.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>The mathematical models were theoretically developed by our team. The formulas model increases in circumference of the transection at different distances in relation to the bifurcation of a blood vessel, as well as changes in circumference at different transection angulations. An in vitro exploration as to the anastomotic feasibility of each geometric cut was completed on ten poultry tissue specimens.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The mathematical models demonstrated the change in vessel circumference, with multiple geometric designs calculated, best shown through diagrams. For example, if the vessel width is 1 mm, the distance from the increasing vessel diameter to the final bifurcation is 1 mm, and the bifurcation angle is 45°, the circumference of the transected vessel increases by 82.8%. Models of transections at different angulations, for instance 30°, 45°, and 60°, yield an increase in elliptical circumference of 8.0%, 22.5%, and 58.1%, respectively. Additional derivations calculate the elliptical circumference at any angle in a single vessel, and at any angle in a bifurcating vessel.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The theoretical and clinical aim of this project is to increase awareness of the anastomotic creativity and mathematically demonstrate the optimal anastomotic geometry, which has not been objectively explored to our knowledge. An in vivo study would further support clinical improvements, with the aim to map postoperative fluid dynamics through the geometric anastomoses.</p>","PeriodicalId":46447,"journal":{"name":"Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction","volume":"1 1","pages":"195-204"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10638978/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"74258115","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Krishan Sarna, Merna A Estreed, Khushboo J Sonigra, Thomas Amuti, Florence Opondo, Martin Kamau, Wei C Ngeow
{"title":"Anatomical Patterns of the Nasopalatine Canal and Incisive Foramen in an African Setting: A Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Krishan Sarna, Merna A Estreed, Khushboo J Sonigra, Thomas Amuti, Florence Opondo, Martin Kamau, Wei C Ngeow","doi":"10.1177/19433875221100943","DOIUrl":"10.1177/19433875221100943","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Study Design:</b> Descriptive cross-sectional. <b>Objective:</b> To determine the morphology and morphometry of the nasopalatine canal (NPC) and incisive foramen (IF) in an African population. <b>Methods:</b> Measurements of the NPC and the IF were carried out on 150 Cone-Beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans. The maxillary bone thickness anterior to the NPC was measured at 3 levels. Independent t-test and Chi-square test were performed to determine the presence of sexual dimorphism. <b>Results:</b> The presence of one Stenson's foramen was most prevalent. The mean length of NPC was 13.21 ± 3.25 mm with significantly longer canals in males. The most prevalent shape of NPC was cylindrical in sagittal view and a single canal in coronal view. The mean angulation of NPC was 118.42° to the horizontal plane. The average dimensions of the IF were 3.53 mm and 3.07 mm in the anteroposterior and mediolateral diameter, respectively, while the most common shape was round. The anterior maxillary bone was thicker in males and generally reduced in thickness from the anterior nasal spine superiorly towards the alveolar crest inferiorly. <b>Conclusion:</b> This study highlights the anatomical characteristics of the NPC and IF, with significant sexual dimorphism observed regarding the number of Stenson's foramina, length of NPC, shapes of the NPC and IF, as well as alveolar bone thickness anterior to NPC.</p>","PeriodicalId":46447,"journal":{"name":"Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction","volume":"16 3","pages":"222-233"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2023-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10638970/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136399719","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Florian M. Thieringer, Basel Mike Y. Y. Leung, Hong Kong, Kathleen Fan
{"title":"Embracing Evolutions in Craniomaxillofacial Trauma and Reconstruction","authors":"Florian M. Thieringer, Basel Mike Y. Y. Leung, Hong Kong, Kathleen Fan","doi":"10.1177/19433875231205722","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/19433875231205722","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":46447,"journal":{"name":"Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction","volume":"30 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135639680","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Emilie Robertson, Pierre Boulanger, Peter Kwan, Gorman Louie, Daniel Aalto
{"title":"Improving Cranial Vault Remodeling for Unilateral Coronal Craniosynostosis—Introducing Automated Surgical Planning","authors":"Emilie Robertson, Pierre Boulanger, Peter Kwan, Gorman Louie, Daniel Aalto","doi":"10.1177/19433875231178912","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/19433875231178912","url":null,"abstract":"Study Design Cranial vault remodeling (CVR) for unicoronal synostosis is challenging due to the asymmetric nature of the deformity. Computer-automated surgical planning has demonstrated success in reducing the subjectivity of decision making in CVR in symmetric subtypes. This proof of concept study presents a novel method using Boolean functions and image registration to automatically suggest surgical steps in asymmetric craniosynostosis. Objective The objective of this study is to introduce automated surgical planning into a CVR virtual workflow for an asymmetric craniosynostosis subtype. Methods Virtual workflows were developed using Geomagic Freeform Plus software. Hausdorff distances and color maps were used to compare reconstruction models to the preoperative model and a control skull. Reconstruction models were rated as high or low performing based on similarity to the normal skull and the amount of advancement of the frontal bone (FB) and supra-orbital bar (SOB). Fifteen partially and fully automated workflow iterations were carried out. Results FB and SOB advancement ranged from 3.08 to 10.48 mm, and −1.75 to 7.78 mm, respectively. Regarding distance from a normal skull, models ranged from .85 to 5.49 mm at the FB and 5.40 to 10.84 mm at the SOB. An advancement of 8.43 mm at the FB and 7.73 mm at the SOB was achieved in the highest performing model, and it differed to a comparative normal skull by .02 mm at the FB and .48 mm at the SOB. Conclusions This is the first known attempt at developing an automated virtual surgical workflow for CVR in asymmetric craniosynostosis. Key regions of interest were outlined using Boolean operations, and surgical steps were suggested using image registration. These techniques improved post-operative skull morphology","PeriodicalId":46447,"journal":{"name":"Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction","volume":"71 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135571163","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Improving Cranial Vault Remodeling for Unilateral Coronal Craniosynostosis—Introducing Automated Surgical Planning","authors":"Emilie M. Robertson","doi":"10.7939/R3-T2A1-5G68","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.7939/R3-T2A1-5G68","url":null,"abstract":"Cranial vault remodeling (CVR) for unicoronal synostosis is challenging due to the asymmetric nature of the deformity. Computer-automated surgical planning has demonstrated success in reducing the subjectivity of decision making in CVR in symmetric subtypes. This proof of concept study presents a novel method using Boolean functions and image registration to automatically suggest surgical steps in asymmetric craniosynostosis. The objective of this study is to introduce automated surgical planning into a CVR virtual workflow for an asymmetric craniosynostosis subtype. Virtual workflows were developed using Geomagic Freeform Plus software. Hausdorff distances and color maps were used to compare reconstruction models to the preoperative model and a control skull. Reconstruction models were rated as high or low performing based on similarity to the normal skull and the amount of advancement of the frontal bone (FB) and supra-orbital bar (SOB). Fifteen partially and fully automated workflow iterations were carried out. FB and SOB advancement ranged from 3.08 to 10.48 mm, and −1.75 to 7.78 mm, respectively. Regarding distance from a normal skull, models ranged from .85 to 5.49 mm at the FB and 5.40 to 10.84 mm at the SOB. An advancement of 8.43 mm at the FB and 7.73 mm at the SOB was achieved in the highest performing model, and it differed to a comparative normal skull by .02 mm at the FB and .48 mm at the SOB. This is the first known attempt at developing an automated virtual surgical workflow for CVR in asymmetric craniosynostosis. Key regions of interest were outlined using Boolean operations, and surgical steps were suggested using image registration. These techniques improved post-operative skull morphology","PeriodicalId":46447,"journal":{"name":"Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction","volume":"36 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2023-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"89943959","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}