Symmetrical midfacial growth after pediatric mandibular reconstruction with free fibula flap

Free fibula is the workhorse flap for mandibular reconstruction and is increasingly being used in pediatric patients. However, craniomaxillofacial growth and development involve interdependent processes, and it remains unknown whether mandibular reconstruction with free fibula allows symmetric growth of the midface.

Source: Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - September 4, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Shuo Liu, Wen-Bo Zhang, Yao Yu, Chi Mao, Guang-Yan Yu, Xin Peng Source Type: research