Reconstruction of the temporomandibular joint using a vascularized medial femoral condyle osteocartilaginous flap: an experimental investigation in miniature pigs
Tianyi Lin,
Shuo Chen,
Long Xia
et al.
Abstract:Background
Reconstruction of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a significant challenge in maxillofacial surgery. A vascularized medial femoral condyle (MFC) osteocartilaginous flap is a good choice for TMJ reconstruction. In this study, we evaluated the radiographic and histological changes of MFC after TMJ reconstruction.
Methods
A ramus-condyle unit (RCU) defect was created unilaterally in five adult male Bama miniature pigs. The ipsilateral v… Show more
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