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Document Type : Article In Journal 
Document Title :
ANALYSISOF FACTORS LEADING TO HARDWARE REMOVAL OF RIGIDLY FIXED FACIAL FRACTURES
ANALYSISOF FACTORS LEADING TO HARDWARE REMOVAL OF RIGIDLY FIXED FACIAL FRACTURES
 
Document Language : English 
Abstract : Objectives: THepurpose of this study was to investigate different factors that lead to removal of plates and screws in rigidly fixed facial fractures. Materials and Methods: Records of 44 patients treated by open reduction and rigid internal fixa. tion for maxillofacial fractures were collected and analyzed. A total number of 137 plates including macro. mini and low profile plates were inserted. After fracture healing, patients were followed up once every 6 months. The follow up period ranged from 1.2 to 3.4 years with a mean of 1.9 years. Results: A total number of 137 plates were inserted, 28 plates (20%) were stainless steel and 109 plates (80%) were titanium. A total number of 45 plates (33%) were removed. 19 (68o/c)out of 28 stainless steel plates were removed. 26 (24%) Qut of 109 titanium plates were removed. 11 plates (24%) were removed because of infection. 11 plates (24%) were removed because of tissue break down and plate exposure. 9 plates (21%) were removed because of plate prominence. 5 plates (11%) were removed for secondary procedures as genioplasty & rhinoplasty. 3 plates (7%) were removed because of thermal conductivity. 2 plates (4%) were removed for persistent numbness.2 plates (4%) were removed due to screw loosening. 2 plates (4%) were removed according to patient's request. Conclusion: Through the use of a more biological compatible material, the less bulky implant, vigilant infection control and favorable plate location. the need for removal of plates after facial fracture management may be reduced. 
ISSN : 0 
Journal Name : Egyptian Dental Journal, 
Volume : 48 
Issue Number : 3 
Publishing Year : 2002 AH
2002 AD 
Article Type : Article 
Added Date : Sunday, February 21, 2010 

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فهمي حسينHassanein, Fahmy InvestigatorDoctorate 

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