Fracture propagation associated with intermaxillary fixation screws in maxillofacial trauma

In this report, we present three cases of isolated unilateral mandible fractures, in which IMF screws were used and resulted in propagation of a second fracture on the contralateral side, at the site where IMF screws were placed during the surgery. The use of IMF screws has many advantages with an overall low risk of morbidity, however, there are potential complications that must be recognized.

Source: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - September 26, 2019 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: B. Mostoufi, J. Sands, M. Patel, G. Warburton, J. Caccamese Tags: Case Report Source Type: research