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- Title
Analysis of Mandibular Muscle Variations Following Condylar Fractures: A Systematic Review.
- Authors
Inchingolo, Francesco; Patano, Assunta; Inchingolo, Angelo Michele; Riccaldo, Lilla; Morolla, Roberta; Netti, Anna; Azzollini, Daniela; Inchingolo, Alessio Danilo; Palermo, Andrea; Lucchese, Alessandra; Di Venere, Daniela; Dipalma, Gianna
- Abstract
This review analyzes muscle activity following mandibular condylar fracture (CF), with a focus on understanding the changes in masticatory muscles and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) functioning. Materials and Methods: The review was conducted following the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. A search was performed on online databases using the keywords "masticatory muscles" AND ("mandibular fracture" OR "condylar fracture"). The eligibility criteria included clinical trials involving human intervention and focusing on muscle activity following a condylar fracture. Results: A total of 13 relevant studies were reviewed. Various studies evaluated muscle activity using clinical evaluation, bite force measurement, electromyography (EMG), magnetic sensors and radiological examinations to assess the impact of mandibular fractures on masticatory muscles. Conclusions: Mandibular condylar fractures can lead to significant changes in muscle activity, affecting mastication and TMJ functioning. EMG and computed tomography (CT) imaging play crucial roles in assessing muscle changes and adaptations following fractures, providing valuable information for treatment planning and post-fracture management. Further research is required to explore long-term outcomes and functional performance after oral motor rehabilitation in patients with facial fractures. Standardized classifications and treatment approaches may help improve the comparability of future studies in this field.
- Subjects
MASTICATORY muscles; MANDIBULAR condyle; MANDIBULAR fractures; TEMPOROMANDIBULAR joint; MAGNETIC sensors; ONLINE databases; COMPUTED tomography
- Publication
Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023, Vol 12, Issue 18, p5925
- ISSN
2077-0383
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/jcm12185925