Development and application of a rapid rehabilitation system for reconstruction of maxillofacial soft-tissue defects related to war and traumatic injuries

Bai, Shizhu; Feng, Zhihong; Gao, Rui; Dong, Yan; Bi, Yunpeng; Wu, Guofeng; Chen, Xi

doi:10.1186/2054-9369-1-11

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“…And contrast CT scan showed no signs of invasion of left brachial vein. As several literature reported, we agree that reducing the tumor volume by fluid aspiration via a small incision of the tumor wall facilitate the dissection for removing the huge mediastinal tumors [3-6]. During dissection of the giant mediastinal tumors, continued traction the tumor via the sutures placed on the tumor can prevent from compressing of the heart to avoid circulatory collapse.…”

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Complete resection of a giant mediastinal teratoma occupying the entire right hemithorax in a 14-year-old boy

2014

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BackgroundMature teratomas are the most common histological type of germ cell tumors.Case PresentationA 14-year-old boy was referred to our hospital with a giant mature teratoma occupying the entire right hemithorax compressed the superior vena cava (SVC) and total atelectasis of the right lung. He was misdiagnosed as malignant teratoma by a fine-needle biopsy in a hospital. After 4-cycle of chemotherapy without effect, he underwent an unsuccessful exploratory thoracotomy. Venous conduit bypass between the right jugular vein and right femoral vein was established in the operating room for superior vena cava (SVC) replacement if needed. En bloc resection of the huge tumor, wedge resection of the dense adhesions of the right lung and partial pericardectomy were successfully performed, and lung function was recovered.ConclusionTo the best of our knowledge, this is the first report of complete resection of the teratoma occupying the whole right hemithorax combined with wedge resection of the right upper, middle and lower lobes and partial resection of the pericardium.

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Complete resection of a giant mediastinal teratoma occupying the entire right hemithorax in a 14-year-old boy

2014

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“…Various techniques have been used for making digital impressions in maxillofacial prosthetics, including laser optical scanning, 3D photography, and spectrophotogrammetry . However, the equipment required for such techniques is often not available.…”

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“…Jiao et al fabricated a silicone mold by vacuum casting the paper model of the mirrored ear obtained by spiral CT scan and laminated object manufacturing technique. Later Ciocca et al and Bai et al designed and fabricated ear molds using CAD/CAM. Advanced technologies such as laser scanning, rapid prototyping (RP), and digital color matching by spectrophotometry have also been used to prosthetically rehabilitate patients suffering from microtia …”

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CAD/CAM‐Assisted Auricular Prosthesis Fabrication for a Quick, Precise, and More Retentive Outcome: A Clinical Report

Yadav

Narayan

Choudhry

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Journal of Prosthodontics

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Auricular defects comprise a large proportion of maxillofacial deformities. Most patients with acquired deformities have psychosocial ineptness and seek cosmetic rehabilitation. Although minor defects can be corrected surgically, extensive deformities are difficult to reconstruct with plastic surgery. Contrary to that, prosthetic restoration can provide excellent esthetic results. The conventional methods of maxillofacial prosthesis fabrication are time consuming and the outcome depends on the technician's skill. The advent of CAD/CAM technology in the field of dentistry has brought enormous improvement in the quality of health care provided. In the past decade, several methods have been described employing CAD/CAM techniques for the cosmetic rehabilitation of auricular defects. This clinical report details the integration of multiple digital technologies of CT scanning, computer aided design, and rapid prototyping to construct an ear prosthesis with limited number of appointments.

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“…Injuries in the facial region pose serious public health problems such as severe morbidity, loss of functionality, disfigurement, psychological trauma and significant financial cost [6][7][8].…”

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Maxillofacial prostheses challenges in resource constrained regions

Tetteh

Bibb

Martin

2017

Disability and Rehabilitation

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In conclusion, public health awareness programmes to reduce the causation of injuries and bespoke maxillofacial prosthetics training programmes to suit these countries, as opposed to attempting to replicate Western training programmes. It is also possible that usage of locally sourced and cheaper materials and the use of low-cost technologies could greatly improve maxillofacial rehabilitation efforts in these localities. Implications for Rehabilitation More information and support needs to be provided to maxillofacial defect/injuries patients and to their families or guardians in a culturally sensitive manner by governments. The health needs, economic and psychological needs of the patients need to be taken into account during the rehabilitation process by clinicians and healthcare organizations. The possibility of developing training programs to suit these resource limited countries and not necessarily follow conventional fabrication methods must be looked into further by educational entities.

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Development and application of a rapid rehabilitation system for reconstruction of maxillofacial soft-tissue defects related to war and traumatic injuries

Cited by 23 publications

References 14 publications

Complete resection of a giant mediastinal teratoma occupying the entire right hemithorax in a 14-year-old boy

Complete resection of a giant mediastinal teratoma occupying the entire right hemithorax in a 14-year-old boy

CAD/CAM‐Assisted Auricular Prosthesis Fabrication for a Quick, Precise, and More Retentive Outcome: A Clinical Report

Maxillofacial prostheses challenges in resource constrained regions

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