Determining the optimal osteotomy distance with the fibula free flap in mandibular reconstruction

ConclusionsIn this study, osseous union was achieved with a mean osteotomy gap size of 1.31 mm. The data suggests that distances between ossesous segments>2 mm have a higher risk of non-union. We believe the information from this study will help augment current and future techniques in the field of mandible reconstruction.
Source: American Journal of Otolaryngology - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research