CompletedPhase 4

Open Versus Endoscopic Surgery of Craniomaxillofacial (CMF) Condylar Neck Fractures

Germany134 participantsStarted 2003-04

Plain-language summary

This study is a comparison of open surgery versus an endoscopic approach in condylar neck fractures; it will look at functional outcome, cosmetic outcome and patient satisfaction.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patient \> 18 years * Unilateral or bilateral fracture of the condylar neck * Inclination of the condyle \> 30% * Severe dislocation * Severe pain upon palpation/movement * Eligible for open reduction and internal fixation of the fracture * Amenable to endoscopic as well as open surgery Exclusion Criteria: * High or intracapsular condylar neck fracture * Very low fractures that can be reduced intraorally * CMF malfunctioning * Drug or alcohol abuse * General or local conditions that adversely affect bone physiology * Physical or mental incapacity to sign informed consent

What they're measuring

Functional outcome based on the Helkimo dysfunction index

Timeframe: 3 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT00206011

SponsorAO Clinical Investigation and Publishing Documentation

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2008-10

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