Abstract

NOIA, Claudio Ferreira et al. Accidents during the course of the sagittal split osteotomy of the mandibular ramus: Literature review and case report. Rev. cir. traumatol. buco-maxilo-fac. [online]. 2011, vol.11, n.1, pp. 09-13. ISSN 1808-5210.

The sagittal split osteotomy of the mandibular ramus is a widely used procedure for the correction of dentofacial deformities, both for those who require mandibular advances or retreats. Several authors have conducted studies and suggested changes trying to perfect this technique, and at present this procedure can be considered predictable and versatile. But, like any surgical technique, it is not free of accidents and complications. Therefore, the objective of this study is to report the case of a patient submitted to a sagittal split osteotomy of the mandibular ramus for treatment of mandibular retrognathia, where during the surgical procedure was an unwanted fracture in the proximal segment, as well as to describe a form of treatment performed.

Keywords : Maxillofacial Surgery; Osteotomy; Rigid Internal Fixation..