Complex orbito-fronto-temporal reconstruction using computer-designed PEEK implant

Cosmetic and functional reconstruction of large and complex calvarial defects remains a challenge for craniofacial surgeons. Computer-designed alloplastic implants have revolutionized the conceptualization and approach to these reconstructions and have become a reliable and irreplaceable part of the...

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Published in:	The Journal of craniofacial surgery Vol. 18; no. 1; pp. 224 - 228
Main Authors:	Scolozzi, Paolo, Martinez, Alvaro, Jaques, Bertrand
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-01-2007
Subjects:	Adult Computer-Aided Design Dentistry Frontal Bone - injuries Frontal Bone - surgery Humans Male Prostheses and Implants Reconstructive Surgical Procedures - methods Skull Fracture, Depressed - surgery Temporal Bone - injuries Temporal Bone - surgery Wounds, Gunshot - complications Wounds, Gunshot - surgery
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Summary:	Cosmetic and functional reconstruction of large and complex calvarial defects remains a challenge for craniofacial surgeons. Computer-designed alloplastic implants have revolutionized the conceptualization and approach to these reconstructions and have become a reliable and irreplaceable part of the surgical armamentarium. We are reporting a case of complex orbito-fronto-temporal reconstruction using a computer-designed PEEK (polyetheretherketones)-Patient Specific Implant (PSI). To the best of our knowledge, no other similar cases regarding the use of these implants in cranial reconstruction have been reported previously.
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ISSN:	1049-2275
DOI:	10.1097/01.scs.0000249359.56417.7e