Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wounds of the Lower Half of the Face: the Evolution Toward Early Reconstruction.
Publication/Presentation Date
1-1-1995
Abstract
The self-inflicted gunshot wound of the lower half of the face traditionally has been treated by multistaged and prolonged reconstructive maneuvers that often left significant and uncorrectable secondary deformities. Modern cranio-maxillofacial methods for reduction and rigid fixation of the facial skeleton, using immediate autogenous bone grafts when required, also has been efficacious for the acute management of these severe gunshot injuries. These methods can reduce the previously expected morbidity. Today's improved outcomes also are a consequence of the use of more reliable regional flaps and microsurgical techniques, which permit the early and simultaneous restoration of bone and soft tissue loss once all devitalized tissues have been adequately debrided.
Volume
1
Issue
3
First Page
50
Last Page
55
ISSN
1074-3219
Published In/Presented At
Hallock, G. G. (1995). Self-inflicted gunshot wounds of the lower half of the face: the evolution toward early reconstruction. The Journal Of Cranio-Maxillofacial Trauma, 1(3), 50-55.
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences | Other Medical Specialties | Surgery
PubMedID
11951489
Department(s)
Department of Surgery, Department of Surgery Faculty
Document Type
Article