Congenital maxillomandibular fusion: A rare case of isolated true bony syngnathia.
- Author:
Patrick O. Aguiling
1
;
Nikki Lorraine Y. King-Chao
1
;
Lyra V. Veloro
1
,
2
Author Information
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- MeSH: Human; Female; Child Preschool; CONGENITAL
- From: Philippine Journal of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery 2013;28(2):26-28
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVE: To present a rare case of congenital maxillomandibular fusion or syngnathia
METHODS:
Study Design:Case Report
Setting: Tertiary Public Teaching Hospital
Participant: One patient
RESULTS: A 3-year-old girl with oral adhesion (syngnathia) caused by a mandibular to maxillary fibrous band with bony fusion underwent successful surgical division and release. Subsequent monitoring and serial oral dilations were performed post operatively, resulting in mouth opening of 24mm over a period of three months. Currently, the patient is able to tolerate a general liquid diet.
CONCLUSIONS: Congenital maxillomandibular fusion is a very rare condition with few cases reported. We hope this report contributes to its diagnosis and management in other children. - Full text:91 pjohns.pdf
