1.Outcomes of Mandibular Reconstruction Using Free Flap After Head and Neck Cancer Resection and Approaches for Improvement
Unubold E ; Denis S ; Odontungalag Ts ; Yanjinlkham M ; Amarsanaa G ; Tsetsegkhen N ; Gantsetseg G ; Battsengel B ; Gan-Erdene B ; Bat-Erdene M ; Bulganchimeg S ; Ganbaatar Yu ; Odkhuu J ; Enkh-Orchlon B
Mongolian Journal of Health Sciences 2025;87(3):82-89
Background:
Reconstruction of mandibular and maxillary defects resulting
from malignant tumors has remained a complex challenge in recent years. Defects
caused by tumors—as well as trauma, inflammatory diseases, and congenital
anomalies—lead to impaired essential functions such as mastication,
swallowing, and speech. Prior to the 1950s, reconstruction of maxillofacial
hard tissue was not commonly performed. Instead, metal plates were used to
reestablish bony continuity, and surrounding tissues were utilized to close soft
tissue defects, without effectively restoring function.
With modern advances in three-dimensional (3D) virtual planning, it is now possible
to accurately plan free bone flaps for reconstructing jaw defects. During
surgery, manually bending reconstruction plates to fit donor bone precisely is
often not feasible. Preoperative 3D planning allows for precise fabrication of
surgical guides and fixation plates, improving accuracy and significantly reducing
operative time. Additionally, incorporating dental implant planning into
the reconstruction process facilitates restoration of both structural and functional
outcomes.
Aim:
To evaluate the outcomes of mandibular defect reconstruction using
scapular free flaps in Mongolia and explore potential approaches to optimize
the technique.
Materials and Methods:
This was a case study series. Data from reconstructive
surgeries performed at the National Cancer Center of Mongolia, Central
Dental Hospital, and the Mongolia-Japan Hospital were collected. Variables
included patient age and sex, etiology of the mandibular defect, size of the
scapular bone segment, operative time, ischemia time of the free flap, number
of vascular anastomoses performed, and pedicle length.
For 3D planning, CT scans of the patient's head and lower limb (slice thickness
<1 cm) were used to generate 3D models via the 3D Slicer software. Cutting
guides for the mandible and scapula (ASIGA), as well as the reconstruction
models (AMS), were printed using a 3D printer.
Results:
A total of 400 free flap reconstructions were performed during the
study period. Of these, 29 cases involved reconstruction of mandibular defects
using scapular free flaps. The mean age of patients was 40.0 ± 18.3 years,
with 52% (15 patients) being female. The etiologies of the defects included
malignant tumors (13 cases, 45%), benign tumors (6 cases, 21%), and pre-existing
defects (10 cases, 34%).
In one case, tumor resection and mandibular reconstruction were performed
using 3D planning. The total operative time was 9 hours and 30 minutes, and
the ischemia time was 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Conclusion
Between 2012 and 2025, a total of 29 mandibular reconstructions
using scapular free flaps were performed in Mongolia. Traditional reconstruction
methods were associated with prolonged ischemia time. The use of
3D surgical planning has shown potential in significantly reducing ischemia
time and improving surgical outcomes.
2.Analysis of Mandibular Fracture Cases Recorded in Mongolia
Gantsetseg G ; Ganbaatar Yu ; Batbold G ; Nyamtseren D ; Ochbayar N ; Davaakhuu Sh ; Enkh-Orchlon B
Mongolian Journal of Health Sciences 2025;86(2):77-83
Background:
The craniofacial region is one of the most frequently injured parts of the human body, with mandibular
fractures being the most common type of facial skeletal injury. The leading causes of mandibular fractures include traffic
accidents, falls, interpersonal violence, and sports-related injuries. In Mongolia, mandibular fractures are prevalent, with
a higher incidence among males. However, to date, no national-level analysis of mandibular fractures has been conducted.
This study aims to comprehensively examine mandibular fractures in Mongolia by identifying demographic factors and
causes of injury.
Aim:
To determine the incidence and causes of mandibular fractures recorded in Mongolia over the past ten years.
Materials and Methods:
This study collected data on mandibular fractures recorded in the Health Development Center
of Mongolia between 2014 and 2023. Cases were identified using the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10)
code S02.6. Information on patient age, gender, and hospital diagnosis was collected, along with the cause of injury, classified
according to ICD-10 codes. Patient age was categorized based on the classification system of the National Statistics
Office. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 26.00 software, employing the chi-square test for data analysis.
Results:
During the study period, a total of 2,872 patients were diagnosed with mandibular fractures, with the highest
incidence occurring in the 20-40 age group. The average patient age was 31.1±12 years. Males were 5.6 times more likely
to sustain mandibular fractures compared to females. The primary causes of injury were interpersonal violence (42%),
mechanical trauma (17%), falls (16%), and traffic accidents (15%).
Conclusion
Between 2014 and 2023, 2,872 cases of mandibular fractures were recorded in Mongolia, with the majority
occurring in individuals aged 20-40 years. The leading causes of mandibular fractures were interpersonal violence, mechanical
trauma, falls, and traffic accidents. Specialized trauma care services were accessed differently in urban and rural
areas.
3.Diagnostic and treatment feature of heart – disease in fever change
Ganbaatar A ; Zolzaya B ; Erdenechuluun J ; Wang Huan
Mongolian Medical Sciences 2023;203(1):35-38
Introduction:
Mostly fever change influences for heart and vital vessel and it is important for future treatment to compare difference of diagnosis and treatment feature of heart-disease in fever change.
Goal:
To compare difference of pain, feature, treatment and diagnosis when reduced fever change in heart
Materials and Methods:
The study was conducted using methods of ‘Comparing manuscript sources studies’, ’Analyses and syntheses’ for determining numbers and described with ‘Hermeneutics’ methodology. The study was based on approved methodology and ethical review in December 2018
Result:
Fever could be directly matter of death because it should be needed to pay attention for method of treatment, to make research for general medicine of fever, to make research other organs & heart, to take medicine within ice sweet, to reduce fever and to treat through cautery, oily cream and ointment.
Conclusion
1. Most diagnostic and pain of fever influence for heart and it depends on process of fever accordance with our research collection.
2. It is possible to consider similarly pain, diagnosis and treatment of heart pneumonia and heart fever based on classification of general heart disease of science of medicine.
4.Surgical treatment and survival rate from colorectal cancer in Mongolia
Ganbaatar R ; Chinzorig M ; Tuvshin B ; Erdene-Ochir Ya ; Jargalsaikhan D ; Erkhembayar E ; Bat-Оrgil Ch ; Khaliunaa B ; Batzorig B ; Ulziisaikhan B
Mongolian Medical Sciences 2021;197(3):59-63
Introduction:
In 2018, the overall colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence rate was 3.6%, according to the
National Cancer Center of Mongolia (NCCM), and the incidence of colorectal cancer has increased
slightly in recent years. According to cancer stages, late stage cancer has a 5-year survival rate of
51%, while early stage cancer has a 5-year survival rate of 79%. The overall survival rate of colorectal
cancer in Mongolia has not been studied in precisely. In Asia, the 5-year survival rate for colorectal
cancer was 60%. Therefore, this study investigated the colorectal cancer survival rate and prognostic
factors at NCCM.
Methods:
A total of 108 patients diagnosed with CRC at NCCM’s General Surgery Department from
2013 to 2015 were used in this retrospective cohort study. The Kaplan-Meier method was used to
develop the survival graphs, which were then compared using the Log-rank test.
Results:
The median survival time was 42 months, with a 95% CI (38.55-45.66). A 5-year period,
the overall survival rate for CRC was 61.2%. Survival rates at the I, II, III, and IV stages were 100%,
75%, 65.4%, and 13.5%, respectively. There was a significant difference in CRC survival rates across
all stages (p=0.0001). There was a statistically significant difference in determining the relationship
between adjuvant chemotherapy and survival rate (p=0.0003).
Conclusion
The outcome of the surgery is determined by the CRC stage. The postoperative survival
rate (61.2%) is directly related to tumor stage, peripheral glandular metastasis, distant metastasis,
and chemotherapy effects.
5.Improving diagnosis of alcohol-induced acute necrotizing pancreatitis
Erdenebold D ; Baasanjav N ; Batbold B ; Puntsag Ch ; Ganbaatar M ; Altankhuyag S
Mongolian Medical Sciences 2021;195(1):25-30
Introduction:
About 20-30% of patients with acute pancreatitis have a severe disease and mortality rate among
inpatients were 15%. There are many causes of acute pancreatitis (AP), but most common cause of
AP is an alcohol. According to some studies in our country, alcohol is the number one cause of acute
pancreatitis and the mortality rate is 15.3%. Very important for prognosis of disease optimal choice
of treatment tactics, detection of infectious evidence of necrotizing pancreatitis. Therefore, based on
the above, there is an urgent need to conduct research to address important issues and to improve
the diagnosis and treatment of acute alcohol-induced pancreatic necrosis.
Goal:
Determine the importance of early diagnostic assessment of alcohol induced severe acute necrotizing
pancreatitis.
Materials and Methods:
Research model and research method. We conducted our research using an observational research
model and a factual research method.Sampling of research materials will be carried out by targeted
sampling. From November 1, 2008 to January 1, 2020, 122 patients who were hospitalized with
alcohol-inducedAP were selected and archival documents or medical histories were selected.
Statistical analysis was performed using averages and regression analysis methods to calculate the
laboratory parameters in the analysis related to the new evaluation system.
Results:
The minimum age of patients with ANP was 25 and the maximum was 71, with the majority (87.4%)
aged 26 to 60 years. When the Person Correlation method calculates the relationship between
alcohol consumption and mortality, it is assumed that the weaker the correlation, the higher the
amount of alcohol consumed, the lower the cure and the higher the mortality. Of the 31 deaths
reported in the study, 24 (77.4%) were hospitalized more than 72 hours after the onset of the disease.
Late hospitalization and late treatment of patients with acute necrotizing pancreatitis (ANP) disease
have been shown to adversely affect the prognosis of the disease. In our study, all parameters were
significant, but procalcitonin, serum amylase, serum lipase, serum LDG8 C-reactive protein, serum
glucose was found to be higher than the value specified in the evaluation system for the variable (in determining pancreatic necrosis). АNOVA analysis test showed that white blood cells, procalcitonin,
serum amilza, serum lipaza, serumglucose, serum LDG, C-reactive protein were higher than those
specified in the evaluation system, and that the level of significance for the variable (indicating a
severe pancreatitis or poor prognosis) was higher than other test results (P <0.01). According to
the new evaluation system, 12 out of 122 patients were classified as A class or 0-3, 69 (56.5%)
patients were class B or 4-6, and 41 (33.6%) patients were class C or >7 points. Of the total cases,
90.1% were rated as severe form of ANP and pancreatic necrosis by the classification system we
developed. When we assessed the prognosis with the new assessment system, we found that 100
percent of patients in category A were cured, 89.8 percent of patients in category B were cured, and
41.5 percent of patients in category C were cured and 58.5 percent died. Statistical calculations using
the correlation analysis method for the correlation between the score and the cure of the evaluation
system shows negative correlation (P <0.01) other words, the higher the score of the evaluation
system, the lower the cure rate and the higher the mortality rate.
Conclusion
In Mongolia, relatively young men suffer from alcohol-induced pancreatitis.Factors contributing to the
development of necrosis in acute pancreatitis include alcohol abuse, prolonged alcohol use, delayed
hospitalization, and delayed treatment.In our study, following clinical signs and laboratory findings are
effective in distinguishing severe forms of acute necrotizing pancreatitis, early diagnosis, assessment
of prognosis. Laboratorytests include: increase in white blood cells, procalcitonin, serum amylase,
serum LDH, serum lipase, C-reactive protein and a decrease in hematocrit, serum calcium.
6.Comparative study on identification method and number of mineral based drugs in Mongolian traditional medicine
Zolzaya B ; Ganbaatar A ; Uudlukhtsetseg B ; Ulzii O
Mongolian Medical Sciences 2019;189(3):50-53
Introduction:
It is necessary and right to study and analyze all aspects of drug materials now when number of mineral
based drugs are reducing. Especially it is very important for further researches to properly establish
names and number of raw materials for traditional drugs based on ancient scripts.
Goal:
To carry out comparative study on mineral based drugs numbers and their differences mentioned in
Mongolian and Tibetan manuscripts about drug identification methods using ‘Four basics of medicine’
book and its interpretations as a source.
Materials and Methods:
The study was conducted using methods of ‘Comparing manuscript sources studies’, ‘Analyses and
syntheses’ for determining numbers and described with ‘Hermeneutics’ methodology. The study was
based on approved methodology and ethical review in December 2018.
Results:
As it was compiled from manuscripts number of drugs mentioned in Four basic roots of medicine was 57,
Ancestors’ important teachings – 68, Blue binderya – 77, Golden descript – 87, Clear crystal beads about
medicine – 134, White crystal mirror – 121, Beauty eyes décor – 96. It is seen that books written about
mineral based drugs became more comprehensive compared with previous manuscripts and authors
were trying to reflect their on drug identification methods and ideas.
Conclusion
1. The same time it evidences that traditional medicine was enriched year by year with innovation and searches of every generation scientists.
2. In “The four basics of medicine” manuscript theoretical book they described 57 mineral based
traditional drugs but in other studies that number increased to 121 which means in manuscripts like
“Basics of magic” and “Basics of future” drugs used that time were described more comprehensive.
7.Dysfunction of endothelial progentior cells in the angiographically defined coronary atherosclerosis
Sumiya Tserendavaa ; Odkhuu Enkhtaivan ; Tsogtsaikhan Sandag ; Chinzorig Ganbaatar ; Davaakhuu Sengebaljir ; Munkhzol Malchinkhuu
Mongolian Medical Sciences 2018;183(1):3-8
Introduction:
Endothelial progenitor cells (EPC) have a role in the maintenance and promotion of vascular repair and are negatively correlated with coronary atherosclerosis.
Goal:
To culture of EPC-CFUs during coronary atherosclerosis, evaluate endothelial nitric oxide synthetase (eNOS) enzyme levels in the culture.
Materials and Methods:
The 10 ml blood was drawn from the peripheral vein of 12 man patients that stable angina 4, acute myocardial infarction (AMI) 4 and healthy people 4. Peripheral blood mononuclear cells were isolated by Ficoll density-gradient centrifugation and EPC-CFUs was assayed after two platings and a 6 day culture on fibronectin coated, 72 well plates, as described. eNOS enzyme titers were determined by ELISA according to the protocol in the cells culture.
Results:
The people were 52±2.12 years. The number of EPC-CFUs increases with accordance of patients with stable angina, AMI, healthy people with the statistical significance (F=17.3, p<0.001): stable angina (2.6±0.47 colony/well), AMI (6.7±0.81 colony/well), healthy people (10.5±1.34 colony/well). Furthermore, ANOVA test of eNOS enzyme levels in patients with stable angina (5.2±0.61 pg/ml), AMI (8.7±1.49 pg/ml) and healthy people (13.7±2.48 pg/ml). The significant difference (F=6.2, p=0.003) was observed among the three groups. The number of EPC-CFUs had direct significantly correlation (r=0.621, p<0.001) with the eNOS enzyme levels of this culture.
Conclusion:
Number of EPC-CFUs and eNOS enzyme levels decrease at patient with stable angina, indicate more than endothelial dysfunction.
Ethical approval
The ethics committee of Mongolian National University of Medical Sciences (ID: 6/3/201506, approved on Jan 01, 2015)
8.A comparative study on the fertility of uterine artery embolization and myomectomy for leiomyoma
Uranchimeg R ; Ganbaatar R ; Bayarmaa L ; Enkhtsetseg J ; Lkhagvasuren J
Mongolian Medical Sciences 2017;181(3):20-24
Objective:
To compare the nature of pregnancy and deliveryin women with leiomyoma who were treated with uterine
artery embolization to the outcomes in women who were treated with abdominal myomectomy.
Material and Methods:
A prospective, clinical study was conducted in 2010-2013 at “Urguu” Maternity Hospital, Ulaanbaatar. 94
women meeting the criteria were selected for the study. Post-treatment, the patients were reviewed for a
period of two years. Uterine artery embolization was performed using polyvinyl alcohol particles (300-500
µm in diameter).
Results:
The percentage of conception in UAE group was 25.5% and 31.9% in myomectomy group (p=0.494);
complication of pregnancy was 50.0% and 57.1% respectively (p=0.729); complication of delivery was
33.3% and 0.0% respectively (p=0.047). 88.9% and 90.0% (p=0.596) had Caesarean delivery. 16 (84.2%)
women had uncomplicated and 3 (15.8%) women had complicated delivery due to placenta praevia,
placenta acreta and uterine hypotonia. These cases all belonged to UAE group.
Conclusion
Pregnancy rates in women with leiomyoma who were treated by uterine artery embolization,
compared with pregnancies after abdominal myomectomy, were similar.(p=0.494) In this study, there
was the rate of Cesarean delivery above 80 percent in both group. There were no differences in newborn
weights and Apgar scores.
9.Laparoscopic cholecystectomy in surgical treatment of acute cholecystitis
Baasanjav N ; Batbold B, Bastuya ; Altangerel D ; Ganbaatar M ; Lochin TS ; Erdenebold D ; Gankhuyag G
Mongolian Medical Sciences 2015;171(1):13-15
BACKGROUND:Acute inflamed process in gallbladder stand no more in the list of contraindication for its laparoscopicremoval, although specifity of operational technics need to be elaborated in details.PURPOSE:The purpose of the study to determine feasibility and specifity of laparoscopic cholecystectomy.METHODS AND MATERIALS:Based on standard instructions three holes were punched on the front wall of the abdominal cavity forinsertion of fibroscopic instrument, Olympus-2008, Model-Uni 3, input-120/240V, 50/60Hz, 150VA. Patientselection included 108 individuals hospitalized during 2009-2013 in the department of urgent surgery, IIIShastin Clinical Hospital.RESULTS:Average ages of the patients were 38. Clinical diagnosis based on signs and symptoms revealed at thephysical examination confirmed by echosonographic investigation for final diagnosis. Specificity of surgicaltechnics were incision and infusion of large amount of antibiotic solution into the inflamed gallbladder at theinoculation; use blunt edge for inoculation of the duct and artery of gallbladder; switching to open surgeryin case of revealed massive enzymatic infiltration and adhesive scars.CONCLUSION: Laparoscopic cholecystoectomy is feasibility operative procedure having advantages anddisadvantages, requiring necessary preventive measures of the complications.
10.Contemporary treatment guidelines for managing вenign uterine tumors
Uranchimeg R ; Ganbaatar R ; Bayarmaa L ; Lkhagvasuren J
Mongolian Medical Sciences 2015;172(2):115-122
Uterine leiomyomas are common (20-50%) in women of reproductive age. It is a benign tumor and it ranks second place among genital organ disorders in women.To date, abdominal laparotomy and laparoscopic surgical treatment (myomectomy and hysterectomy) are widely used to manage symptomatic leiomyomas.Although, hysterectomy is considered to be a radical method to manage uterine leiomyomas, women who have had hysterectomy are left totally infertile and they also are at risk to develop post-surgical and post-anesthetic complications. The advantage of myomectomy is to preserve women’s fertility and menstrual function but, the probability of recurrence of leiomyoma is 15-30% [1, 2]. Furthermore, depending on the location, size and number of fibroids, duration of surgery lingers, volume of blood loss is high and the risk to develop post surgical adhesions are high too.In recent, more than a decade period, effective and minimally invasive new, non-surgical methods to manage uterine leiomyomas have been introduced in many countries around the world. These methods have short recovery period and are advantageous to women to preserve their reproductive organ and fertility. They include: uterine artery embolization, uterine artery occlusion via transvaginal route and MRI– guided focused ultrasound surgery of uterine fibroids. Antiprogesterone-low-dose mifepristone for uterine leiomyomas are being introduced as well.In our country, managing leiomyomas surgically is still occupying high rate among surgical treatments. Further, to prevent and reduce complications of surgical treatment and to preserve organ, it is essential and imperative to introduce some of the above- mentioned contemporary non-surgical methods.
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