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Rev Med Liege ; 77(11): 635-636, 2022 Nov.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36354223

ABSTRACT

The occurrence of pneumomediastinum and subcutaneous emphysema following oral treatment is the result of the inappropriate use of dental equipment using pressurised air. However, their use in oral surgery, including dental extractions, continues nowadays. In addition to being a source of subcutaneous and pneumomediastinum emphysema at risk of infection, pneumatic instrumentation can also be a source of potentially serious gas embolisms. A thorough knowledge of this type of complication by the practitioners and the proper use of the instrumentation will enable a significant reduction of the incidence of theses complications.


La survenue de pneumomédiastins et d'emphysèmes sous-cutanés à la suite de traitements buccaux est le résultat d'une utilisation inadéquate de matériels dentaires utilisant l'air pressurisé. Leur usage dans des soins de chirurgie orale, dont les extractions dentaires, persiste néanmoins à l'heure actuelle. En plus d'être pourvoyeur d'emphysèmes sous-cutanés et pneumomédiastin à risque de surinfection, l'instrumentation pneumatique peut également être la source d'embolies gazeuses potentiellement graves. Une connaissance approfondie de ce type de complications par les praticiens ainsi que la bonne utilisation de l'instrumentation permettront une réduction significative de leur incidence.


Subject(s)
Malpractice , Mediastinal Emphysema , Subcutaneous Emphysema , Humans , Mediastinal Emphysema/etiology , Mediastinal Emphysema/therapy , Subcutaneous Emphysema/therapy , Subcutaneous Emphysema/complications
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Rev Med Liege ; 77(9): 505-509, 2022 Sep.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36082596

ABSTRACT

The history of transgenderism is reaching a new turning point. From the medical beginnings of the 1940's to the real innovations of the last decade, surgery can, more than ever, contribute to the gender reassignment process. This article will firstly describe the evolution of the transgender demand, and will then review the specificities of male and female facial anatomy. We will conclude by defining the maxillofacial surgical field and the new role of the reference center at the University Hospital of Liège in this promise of treatment, that is both intimate and innovative.


L'histoire du transgendérisme prend un nouveau tournant. Des balbutiements médicaux des années 1940 aux véritables innovations du dernier lustre, la chirurgie peut, plus que jamais, prendre place dans le processus de réassignation de genre. Cet article visera tout d'abord à retracer le cheminement de la demande transgenre, et rappellera ensuite les spécificités de l'anatomie faciale des genres féminin et masculin. Nous terminerons par définir l'horizon interventionnel maxillo-facial et la place nouvelle du centre de référence du CHU de Liège dans cette promesse de prise en charge, aussi intime qu'innovante.


Subject(s)
Transgender Persons , Transsexualism , Face/surgery , Female , Humans , Male , Transsexualism/surgery
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Rev Med Liege ; 77(3): 187-191, 2022 Mar.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35258868

ABSTRACT

The use of new technologies in medicine becomes more and more frequent because they allow us to raise therapeutic quality. This is the case in maxillofacial surgery. 3D planning for oncological resection and reconstruction brings many benefits. In this article, we will present the first case operated with this technology at CHU Liege and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this technique.


L'utilisation des nouvelles technologies en médecine devient de plus en plus fréquente car elles permettent d'augmenter la qualité thérapeutique. C'est le cas dans le domaine de la chirurgie maxillo-faciale. La planification 3D des chirurgies de résection oncologique et de reconstruction apporte de nombreux bénéfices. Dans cet article, nous vous présentons le premier cas opéré grâce à cette technologie au sein du CHU Liège et discutons des avantages et inconvénients de cette technique.


Subject(s)
Plastic Surgery Procedures , Surgery, Computer-Assisted , Surgery, Oral , Humans , Plastic Surgery Procedures/methods , Surgery, Computer-Assisted/methods
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Rev Med Liege ; 77(2): 118-123, 2022 Feb.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35143132

ABSTRACT

In our society, the number of gender affirming surgeries is increasing. Mastectomy is usually the initial surgical procedure performed for the treatment of gender dysphoria in transgender men. It has been shown to improve quality of life and to promote assimilation into the new genre. Creating an aesthetic male chest requires adjustment of the breast tissue volume, proper placement of nipple areola complex, and removal of the inframammary fold. Although many papers have been published on this topic, there is still no consensus as to which surgical technique should be preferred. This article deals with the procedures performed in our plastic surgery department at CHU in Liège and reviews the literature relating to the various surgical techniques, postoperative complications as well as patient satisfaction.


Dans notre société, le nombre de chirurgies d'affirmation de genre est en augmentation. La mastectomie est généralement la procédure chirurgicale initiale réalisée dans le traitement de la dysphorie de genre chez l'homme transgenre. Il a été démontré qu'elle améliore la qualité de vie et favorise l'assimilation au nouveau genre. La création d'une poitrine masculine esthétique nécessite un ajustement du volume du tissu mammaire, un placement approprié de la plaque aréolo-mamelonnaire et la suppression du pli infra-mammaire. Bien que de nombreux articles aient été publiés sur le sujet, il n'y a pas encore de réel consensus quant à la technique chirurgicale à privilégier. Cet article fait le bilan des interventions réalisées au sein du Service de Chirurgie plastique au CHU de Liège et revoit la littérature relative aux différentes techniques chirurgicales utilisées, aux complications postopératoires ainsi qu'à la satisfaction des patients.


Subject(s)
Breast Neoplasms , Transgender Persons , Humans , Male , Mastectomy , Nipples/surgery , Quality of Life
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Rev Med Liege ; 75(7-8): 509-511, 2020 Jul.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32779900

ABSTRACT

Sclerosing polycystic adenosis (SPA) is a rare benign epithelial lesion of the salivary glands, of unknown etiology, mainly affecting the parotid gland. We report the first clinical case of SPA involving the deep parotid gland with extension in the parapharyngeal space and the masticatory region. It has been resected by an external parotidectomy approach exclusively, despite the median extension of the lesion. The objective of this article is to complete the small series of cases described in the literature, and to update the knowledge of this rare disease.


L'adénose sclérosante polykystique (SPA) est une lésion épithéliale bénigne rare des glandes salivaires, d'étiologie inconnue, atteignant principalement la glande parotide. Nous rapportons le premier cas clinique de SPA dont l'origine est le lobe profond de la parotide et qui envahit la région masticatrice et l'espace parapharyngé. Elle a été réséquée par une voie d'abord externe de parotidectomie, exclusivement, malgré l'extension médiane de la lésion. L'objectif de cet article est de compléter la petite série de cas décrits dans la littérature, et d'actualiser les connaissances de cette pathologie rare.


Subject(s)
Knowledge , Parotid Gland , Humans , Parapharyngeal Space
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Rev Med Liege ; 75(4): 240-242, 2020 Apr.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32267112

ABSTRACT

In recent years, 3D design and printing technology has been successfully used in maxillofacial bone reconstruction procedures. We had the opportunity to observe its benefits in the manufacture of custom facial implants. The production is so precise that perfect anatomical congruence and biocompatibility are possible. Within the plastic and maxillofacial surgery department of the University Hospital of Liège, we had the opportunity to perform two operations requiring facial skeleton redefinition implants. The purpose of this article is to highlight the current possibilities of facial prostheses via new 3D techno¬logies, but also the advantages and possible complications of this type of surgery.


Depuis quelques années, la technologie dite «conception et impression 3D¼ s'utilise avec succès dans les interventions de reconstruction osseuse maxillo-faciale. Nous en avons apprécié les bénéfices dans la confection d'implants faciaux sur mesure. La finesse de leur réalisation permet d'obtenir une parfaite congruence anatomique avec la meilleure biocompatibilité. Au sein du service de Chirurgie plastique et maxillo-faciale du CHU de Liège, nous avons effectué deux interventions avec implants 3D redéfinissant le squelette facial. Le but de cet article est de mettre en évidence les possibilités actuelles des implants faciaux via les nouvelles technologies 3D, mais également les avantages et les complications éventuelles de ce type de chirurgie.


Subject(s)
Plastic Surgery Procedures , Printing, Three-Dimensional , Surgery, Oral , Face/surgery , Humans , Prostheses and Implants , Surgery, Oral/trends
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Rev Med Liege ; 75(3): 164-170, 2020 Mar.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32157841

ABSTRACT

As the leading cause of blindness in the world, corneal diseases are second only to cataracts. However, the epidemiology of corneal disease is complex and includes a wide variety of infectious and inflammatory eye diseases (trachoma), immune sequelae (cicatricial pemphigoid on Lyell's disease) of after trauma (chemical burn). The general treatment for severe corneal disease is the corneal transplantation with penetrating keratoplasty. However, the failure of this treatment is virtually certain when the ocular surface is severely compromised. Keratoprosthesis is therefore the only viable option to restore vision in these patients. Only practiced by less than a dozen teams in the world, the osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis (OOKP) is regularly practiced at the University Hospital of Liège, thanks to a close collaboration between the ophthalmology and maxillofacial surgery teams. Thanks to removal of a tooth and his bone support, patients suffering from bilateral dry eye following pathologies such as burns or cicatricial pemphigoid can benefit from this technique in order to recover an optimal visual acuity in a sustainable way.


En tant que cause majeure de cécité dans le monde, les maladies de la cornée se trouvent au second rang après la cataracte. L'épidémiologie des maladies cornéennes est complexe et englobe une grande variété de maladies oculaires infectieuses (trachomes) et inflammatoires, de séquelles immunitaires (pemphigoïde oculaire cicatricielle, syndrome de Lyell) ou après traumatisme (brûlure chimique). Le traitement habituel en cas de maladie cornéenne grave est la greffe cornéenne par kératoplastie transfixiante. Cependant, l'échec de cette technique est pratiquement inéluctable lorsque la surface oculaire est gravement compromise. La kératoprothèse représente alors la seule option viable pour restaurer la vue chez ces patients. Seulement pratiquée par moins d'une dizaine d'équipes dans le monde, la technique de l'ostéo-odonto-kérato-prothèse (OOKP) est pratiquée au CHU de Liège. Elle nécessite une collaboration étroite entre ophtalmologues et chirurgiens maxillo-faciaux expérimentés. Grâce au prélèvement d'une dent et de ses tissus de soutien, les patients atteints de cécité cornéenne bilatérale peuvent bénéficier de cette technique afin de récupérer une acuité visuelle optimale de manière durable.


Subject(s)
Corneal Diseases , Prostheses and Implants , Alveolar Process , Cornea , Corneal Diseases/therapy , Humans , Prosthesis Implantation
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Rev Med Liege ; 73(10): 492-496, 2018 Oct.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-30335253

ABSTRACT

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS) is a common underdiagnosed pathology. Its consequences are serious, especially in terms of quality of life and cardiovascular risk. This article describes the case of a patient having a severe OSAS. The conservative treatments as well as uvulopalatopharyngoplasty did not improve the symptomatology in an acceptable way. This clinical case illustrates the effectiveness of maxillomandibular advancement for patients with severe OSAS who respond poorly to conservative treatments.


Le Syndrome d'Apnées et d'Hypopnées du Sommeil (SAHOS) est une pathologie fréquente largement sous-diagnostiquée. Ses conséquences sont graves, notamment en termes de qualité de vie et de risque cardiovasculaire. Cet article décrit le cas d'une patiente souffrant d'un syndrome sévère d'apnées et d'hypopnées du sommeil, chez qui ni les traitements conservateurs ni l'uvulo-vélo-pharyngoplastie n'ont été efficaces. Ce cas clinique illustre l'efficacité de l'avancée maxillo-mandibulaire pour les patients atteints d'un SAHOS sévère, répondant mal aux traitements conservateurs.


Subject(s)
Mandibular Advancement , Sleep Apnea, Obstructive/surgery , Female , Humans , Middle Aged , Orthodontics, Corrective
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Rev Med Liege ; 72(9): 410-415, 2017 Sep.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-28892317

ABSTRACT

Although well studied since the 50's, bruxism remains a largely unknown pathology. Its origin is complex, mixing psychological as well as neurological, odontological and hypnic aspects. However, the few analyzes performed on this topic have allowed to set convincing etiopathological hypotheses, including central dysregulation of the dopaminergic system as well as of the neuro-masticatory system. To avoid harmful consequences as headaches, temporomandibular disorders and premature dental scuffs / fractures, it is mandatory to diagnose bruxism as early as possible. For this purpose, and in addition to anamnestic and clinical data, the practitioner can confirm diagnosis with polysomnography, including electromyographic study of masticatory muscles and audiovisual recording. Some orthodontic, pharmacological and psychological solutions have already proved efficient. Nevertheless, a better knowledge of causative neurobiological mechanisms would allow to foresee etiology-based treatments.


Le bruxisme reste, à l'heure actuelle, une pathologie relativement mal connue, bien que déjà étudiée depuis le début des années 50. Son origine est complexe, impliquant des composantes psychologiques, neurologiques, odontologiques et hypniques. Les quelques analyses réalisées à ce sujet ont, toutefois, permis de mettre en avant certaines hypothèses étiopathogéniques convaincantes, notamment un dérèglement central du système dopaminergique et du système neuromasticateur. Un diagnostic rapide de l'affection permettra de réduire ses complications (céphalées, désordres temporomandibulaires, abrasion et fractures dentaires prématurées). Au-delà de l'anamnèse et de l'examen clinique, le praticien pourra confirmer le diagnostic par polysomnographie, incluant une étude électromyographique des muscles masticateurs et un enregistrement audiovisuel. Certaines solutions orthodontiques, pharmacologiques et psychologiques ont déjà prouvé leur efficacité. Néanmoins, une meilleure connaissance des mécanismes neurobiologiques incriminés permettrait d'envisager un traitement étiologique.


Subject(s)
Sleep Bruxism/etiology , Sleep Bruxism/therapy , Electromyography , Humans , Masticatory Muscles/physiopathology , Polysomnography , Sleep Bruxism/diagnosis , Sleep Bruxism/physiopathology , Temporomandibular Joint Disorders/complications , Temporomandibular Joint Disorders/diagnosis , Temporomandibular Joint Disorders/physiopathology , Temporomandibular Joint Disorders/therapy
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Rev Med Liege ; 72(7-8): 344-348, 2017 Jul.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-28795546

ABSTRACT

Ameloblastoma is an odontogenic tumour that represents 1 % of oral tumours but 10 % of odontogenic tumours. Ameloblastoma is characterized by low and noiseless growth, that explains a lot of advanced forms. The tumour is known as benign with local malignity due to its locally invasive behaviour and its recurrence. The treatment choice remains complicated because of recurring nature and large resection in vital anatomical areas. The therapeutic approach will be based on size, anatomical localisation, histologic variants and anatomical complications. The treatment options should be discussed with the patient because of possible important morphological and functional sequelae.


L'améloblastome est une tumeur odontogène qui représente 1 % des tumeurs orales, mais 10 % des tumeurs odontogènes. L'améloblastome se caractérise par une croissance lente à bas bruit, ce qui peut expliquer la fréquence de formes étendues. La tumeur est dite bénigne à malignité locale, suite à son comportement invasif localement et sa forte propension à la récidive. La décision du type de traitement reste compliquée étant donné son caractère récidivant et ses difficultés de résection large dans des zones anatomiques vitales. L'approche thérapeutique se basera sur la taille et la localisation ainsi que sur ses variantes histologiques et ses complications anatomiques. Elle sera discutée avec le patient car ce dernier peut subir des séquelles morphologiques et fonctionnelles importantes.


Subject(s)
Ameloblastoma/diagnostic imaging , Central Nervous System Cysts/complications , Eye Abnormalities/complications , Fingers/abnormalities , Jaw Neoplasms/diagnostic imaging , Skin Abnormalities/complications , Ameloblastoma/pathology , Ameloblastoma/surgery , Humans , Jaw Neoplasms/pathology , Jaw Neoplasms/surgery , Male , Young Adult
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Rev Med Liege ; 71(9): 394-399, 2016 Sep.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-28383835

ABSTRACT

Dento-maxillofacial dysmorphoses represent a considerable area of maxillofacial surgery. Their incidence has constantly been on the rise since the beginning of the century. This can be explained by variations in the food and society habits.We will first discuss the various causes (congenital and environnemental) and the pathophysiology of these disorders. Then, we will separate them according to the skeletal and Angle's classifications. We will examine the predictive criteria of these dysmorphoses from the youngest age and consider their clinical and cephalometrical diagnosis. We will envisage their functional and aesthetic consequences and expose the preventive options. Finally, we will describe the orthodontic and surgical treatment available today and conclude that surgery remains the gold standard by restoring the conventional axis.


Les dysmorphoses dento-maxillo-faciales (DDM) occupent un volet important de la chirurgie maxillo-faciale. Elles constituent un problème en constante progression depuis le début du siècle, s'expliquant notamment par des modifications des habitudes alimentaires et sociétales (1). Nous discuterons les diverses causes, congénitales et environnementales, ainsi que les aspects physiopathologiques de ces affections et ferons le point sur leur classification grâce à la classe squelettique et la classe dentaire d'Angle. Nous discuterons des critères prédictifs de ces dysmorphoses dès le plus jeune âge ainsi que de leur diagnostic clinique et céphalométrique. Nous détaillerons leurs conséquences esthétiques et fonctionnelles et exposerons les mesures préventives visant à éviter leur développement. Enfin, nous évoquerons la thérapeutique à la fois orthodontique et chirurgicale que nous pouvons actuellement proposer pour restaurer les fonctions masticatoires, phonétiques et respiratoires tout en harmonisant le tiers inférieur de la face.


Subject(s)
Maxillofacial Abnormalities , Adult , Child , Humans , Malocclusion/classification , Malocclusion/diagnosis , Malocclusion/etiology , Malocclusion/therapy , Maxillofacial Abnormalities/classification , Maxillofacial Abnormalities/diagnosis , Maxillofacial Abnormalities/etiology , Maxillofacial Abnormalities/therapy , Orthognathic Surgery/methods , Respiration Disorders/diagnosis , Respiration Disorders/etiology , Respiration Disorders/therapy , Risk Factors
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Rev Med Liege ; 70(9): 411-4, 2015 Sep.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-26638440

ABSTRACT

Anterior dislocation of the temporomandibular joint is not uncommon and requires prompt management. A defect of dislocation reduction can lead to severe functional impairment of a complex, and often active joint. The diagnosis is clinical and relatively obvious. It is made by the frontline medical team, general practitioner or emergency doctor. Recurrent cases are a matter for maxillofacial surgeons. This article describes a conventional technique for anterior dislocation reduction, to achieve urgently. The second part of the article deals with the specialized surgical treatment of relapsing forms.


Subject(s)
Joint Dislocations/surgery , Temporomandibular Joint Disorders/surgery , Humans , Joint Dislocations/diagnosis , Recurrence , Temporomandibular Joint Disorders/diagnosis , Temporomandibular Joint Disorders/pathology
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Rev Belge Med Dent (1984) ; 61(3): 154-60, 2006.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-17408136

ABSTRACT

Various systemic diseases can affect salivary glands. After a short anatomical and semiological recall, we describe the pathologies according to their possible salivary demonstrations, and we propose in a table a useful memorandum in daily practice.


Subject(s)
Disease , Salivary Gland Diseases/etiology , Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome/complications , Humans , Saliva/metabolism , Sarcoidosis/complications , Sialadenitis/etiology , Sialorrhea/etiology , Sjogren's Syndrome/complications , Xerostomia/etiology
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Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac ; 103(5): 281-7, 2002 Nov.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-12461463

ABSTRACT

Despite recent advances in automobile safety, facial trauma remains a common event. Cranio-facial trauma, which usually occurs within a context of multiple trauma, can, in some patients, lead to serious life-threatening vascular complications. Such injury usually involves the carotid system (hemorrhage, aneurysm, dissection). Management of these vascular injuries must be given the same priority as other multiple trauma injuries. We present few typical cases illustrating carotid-cavernous or vertebro-vertebral fistulae, false aneurysms, arterial dissections or oro-facial bleeding. Bleeding is generally controlled by ligation or compression, other lesions being diagnosed secondarily by arteriography depending on the particular clinical situation. Treatment may involve endovascular procedures to achieve intravascular embolism or vascular occlusion.


Subject(s)
Carotid Artery Injuries/etiology , Maxillofacial Injuries/complications , Skull/injuries , Accidents, Traffic , Adolescent , Adult , Aged , Aneurysm/etiology , Aneurysm, False/etiology , Angiography , Carotid Artery, Internal, Dissection/etiology , Carotid-Cavernous Sinus Fistula/etiology , Embolization, Therapeutic , Face/blood supply , Female , Hemorrhage/etiology , Humans , Ligation , Male , Mandible/blood supply , Multiple Trauma , Oral Hemorrhage/etiology , Palate/blood supply , Vertebral Artery/injuries
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Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac ; 103(3): 158-63, 2002 Jun.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-12486889

ABSTRACT

Several cephalometric studies have been published to study sleep apnea and hypopnea. The purpose of this review is to provide a clear analysis of the different and apparently contradictory cephalometric results and to describe certain pitfalls of the method. In general, an excessive development of the tongue and soft palate are observed in these subjects, limiting the pharyngeal airway. Bony anomalies include mandibular retrognathism and an excessive anterior ventral development of the skull associated with insufficient anterior growth of the base of the skull. The head is held in extension. These different factors contribute to blocking the upper airway and favor pharyngeal collapse. Cephalometry can be used to identify patients at risk and to propose an apnea/hypopnea index for precise etiological diagnosis and therapeutic decision making.


Subject(s)
Cephalometry , Sleep Apnea, Obstructive/pathology , Humans , Mandible/abnormalities , Palate, Soft/abnormalities , Pharynx/physiopathology , Retrognathia/pathology , Risk Factors , Skull Base/abnormalities , Sleep Apnea, Obstructive/physiopathology , Tongue/abnormalities
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Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac ; 103(4): 239-41, 2002 Sep.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-12451334

ABSTRACT

Maxillo-mandibular myxomas are rare lesions and their pathogeny remains unclear. The poor clinical picture and the absence of pain makes the diagnosis difficult. Because of the long lasting course, the tumor is usually large at the time of diagnosis. Although this tumor is benign, the local aggression and the high rate of recurrence dictate a radical treatment.


Subject(s)
Mandibular Neoplasms/diagnostic imaging , Mandibular Neoplasms/surgery , Myxoma/diagnostic imaging , Myxoma/surgery , Adult , Bone Plates , Humans , Male , Mandibular Prosthesis , Neoplasm Invasiveness , Neoplasm Recurrence, Local , Radiography, Panoramic , Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac ; 103(1): 26-9, 2002 Feb.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-11933665

ABSTRACT

Microorganisms harbored in the oral cavity have long been recognized to cause systemic disease with a well known mechanism of spread via the blood stream. Different factors, including the presence of periodontal disease, the number of dental extractions or the duration of dental surgery have an influence on the risk of bacteremia. Infectious endocarditis is classically cited, but there are other potential problems including brain abscess, meningitis, lung or lie abscess, and even for some authors, a risk of thrombotic heart disease. It is important to keep in mind that some of these focal infections may be possible complications of dental (or buccal) infection. Prevention is crucial.


Subject(s)
Brain Abscess/etiology , Focal Infection, Dental , Streptococcal Infections/etiology , Bacteremia/complications , Bacteremia/drug therapy , Bacteremia/etiology , Brain Abscess/drug therapy , Brain Abscess/microbiology , Brain Abscess/surgery , Child , Focal Infection, Dental/complications , Focal Infection, Dental/drug therapy , Focal Infection, Dental/microbiology , Humans , Male , Penicillins/therapeutic use , Streptococcal Infections/drug therapy
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Rev Stomatol Chir Maxillofac ; 103(6): 344-9; discussion 349-51, 2002 Dec.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-12538918

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: We examine geniopexy efficacy in OSAS treatment. STUDY DESIGN: Seven patients, aged 36 to 61 years, were studied. The mean body mass index was normal. RESULTS: Surgical late complications (modified symphysis proprioception) occurred in 4 patients. No patient was improved in sleep problems. Retromaxilly and retromandibuly were found in all patients by cephalometric study. DISCUSSION: Our results are quite different from these described successfully by other centers. Geniopexy do not move maxillar and mandibular skeletal bones, which are retruded in our serie. This explains maybe our bad results. Actually, we propose for this patients maxillo-mandibular advancement.


Subject(s)
Chin/surgery , Oral Surgical Procedures/methods , Sleep Apnea, Obstructive/surgery , Adult , Cephalometry , Humans , Middle Aged , Neck Muscles/surgery , Oral Surgical Procedures/adverse effects , Osteotomy/methods , Polysomnography , Somatosensory Disorders/etiology , Treatment Failure
19.
Rev Med Liege ; 56(6): 420-6, 2001 Jun.
Article in French | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-11496721

ABSTRACT

Vascular anomalies can be classified as hemangiomas or vascular malformations. Hemangiomas are benign neoplasms, frequently diagnosed in infancy. The vast majority of these anomalies are totally harmless and spontaneously regress, although they often worry the parents because of esthetic reasons. Only a few (1/4), however, are endangering and will require therapy. Vascular malformations are rather vessel abnormalities which, unlike hemangiomas, persist. They require a thorough evaluation and most will benefit from an intervention. The recent development of informative imaging techniques (ultrasonography, Dopplerflow imaging and magnetic resonance) has permitted significant advances in the etiology and therapy of these vascular anomalies. All too often, these patients shuffle from physician-to-physician seeking help. Thus the authors recommend a multidisciplinary approach. This team should include a plastic surgeon, a radiologist and a paediatrician.


Subject(s)
Arteriovenous Malformations/therapy , Hemangioma/therapy , Arteriovenous Malformations/diagnostic imaging , Arteriovenous Malformations/pathology , Child , Child, Preschool , Embolization, Therapeutic , Hemangioma/diagnostic imaging , Hemangioma/pathology , Humans , Infant , Infant, Newborn , Patient Care Planning , Referral and Consultation , Ultrasonography , Vascular Surgical Procedures
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Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-12390009

ABSTRACT

Maxillomandibular advancement is an integral part of the surgical treatment of patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea. A number of publications report its efficacy and have attempted to define predictive success criteria. However, few authors have shown an interest in the surgical specificity of this intervention and in the difficulties that can be encountered, which differ from those seen in conventional orthognathic surgery. In this article, a series of patients treated with maxillomandibular osteotomy to correct obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (n = 17) are compared with patients who underwent surgery for the correction of dentofacial disharmonies (n = 33). Observations emphasized the importance of respecting a strict surgical and postsurgical protocol to avoid any technical traps linked to maxillomandibular advancement, both in preoperative simulations and during and after surgery. Results concerning sleep parameters will be the subject of a future publication.


Subject(s)
Mandibular Advancement , Maxilla/surgery , Osteotomy/methods , Sleep Apnea, Obstructive/surgery , Adolescent , Adult , Aged , Blood Loss, Surgical , Clinical Protocols , Female , Forecasting , Hospitalization , Humans , Jaw Fixation Techniques , Length of Stay , Male , Malocclusion/surgery , Mandible/surgery , Middle Aged , Nasal Septum/surgery , Obesity/complications , Osteotomy, Le Fort , Patient Care Planning , Postoperative Care , Treatment Outcome
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