Emergency removal of a grinding wheel embedded in the midface via modified Le Fort I osteotomy

Abstract Le Fort I osteotomy is commonly used to rectify craniofacial deformity in orthognathic surgery and it can be used in approaching a cranial base lesion. This technique has not been well documented in craniofacial penetrating trauma. This article describes a case of midface penetrating injury...

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Published in:International journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery 2011-04, Vol.40 (4), p.438-440
Main Authors: Jiang, W.H, Wang, X.D, Shen, G.F
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Dentistry
Emergency Treatment
Face - surgery
Facial Bones - surgery
Foreign Bodies - surgery
Humans
Male
Maxilla - surgery
Maxillofacial Injuries - surgery
Osteotomy, Le Fort - methods
Skull Fractures - surgery
Surgery
Wounds, Penetrating - surgery
Young Adult
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Summary:Abstract Le Fort I osteotomy is commonly used to rectify craniofacial deformity in orthognathic surgery and it can be used in approaching a cranial base lesion. This technique has not been well documented in craniofacial penetrating trauma. This article describes a case of midface penetrating injury caused by a grinding wheel. A modified Le Fort I osteotomy was used to remove the foreign object. This surgical approach can be safe and effective when removing foreign bodies in the midface. Good access and adequate exposure can be achieved, which facilitate precise foreign body extraction and achieve reasonable cosmetic results.
ISSN:0901-5027
1399-0020
DOI:10.1016/j.ijom.2010.10.012