Although there is a trend toward a shorter length of stay in our patients who received the On-Q pump, this finding was not statistically significant. Given the expense and additional burden of care associated with the device, we have become more selective in its utilization.

Although there may be concern that PBG could serve as a facilitative medium for bacterial growth, this study demonstrates no statistically significant increase in infection rates with its use. Particulate bone grafting of cranial defects resulting from cranial vault expansion in craniosynostosis remains a useful and valuable technique.

Traumatic fracture of the premaxilla is a rare event, and there is minimal data regarding the presentation, management, and outcome of these patients. This article reports 2 patients with bilateral cleft lip and palate who each presented with traumatic fracture and displacement of the premaxilla. To authors' knowledge, the occurrence and management of a traumatic fracture and displacement of the premaxilla in a patient with cleft lip and palate has not been reported.

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