Demographic features in Unilateral Condylar Hyperplasia: an overview of 309 asymmetric cases and presentation of an algorithm

Unilateral Condylar Hyperplasia (UCH) is an acquired deformity of the mandible, which can highly influence the symmetry of the face due to its progressive nature. It is caused by growth resembling pathology in one of the mandibular condyles. Definition as well as classification is subject to discussion. The aim of this study is to evaluate a large cohort of alleged UCH patients, and to describe the clinical characteristics, demographic features, classification and follow up. Secondly an algorithm is presented, in order to achieve uniformity in diagnosis and treatment.

Source: Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery - June 25, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: J.W. Nolte, R. Schreurs, L.H.E. Karssemakers, D.B. Tuinzing, A.G. Becking Source Type: research