CAD/CAM Angle Fracture Reduction/Plate Guide and Customized 3D Grid Plate Versus Champy's Technique

Launched by CAIRO UNIVERSITY · Apr 28, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new way to treat fractures of the lower jaw (mandibular fractures). The researchers want to see if a specially designed device and titanium plates made using 3D printing can help align the broken pieces of the jaw more accurately than the standard treatment method, known as Champy's technique. The goal is to improve healing and restore proper teeth positioning, which can help prevent complications that sometimes occur with traditional methods.

To participate in this trial, individuals must be at least 18 years old and have a specific type of jaw fracture that requires surgical treatment. Patients will undergo imaging tests before their surgery and will receive care under general anesthesia. After surgery, they will have regular follow-up visits to monitor their healing and ensure everything is progressing well. The study will compare the results of the new method with the standard approach to determine which is more effective. If you're considering participating, you'll be asked to provide consent and will receive detailed information about what to expect throughout the process.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Patients with unilateral mandibular angle fracture with or without associated mandibular fractures in need of open reduction and internal fixation.
• • 2. Patients above 18 years old
• • 3. Sufficient dentition to reproduce the occlusal relationships
• • 4. Patient's consent to participate
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Patients with comminuted mandibular angle fracture(s)
• • 2. Patients with any systemic disease that may affect normal healing
• • 3. Patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy related to the head and neck region
• • 4. Intra-bony lesions in the fracture area that may interfere with proper anatomical reduction.