Three-dimensional printed titanium mesh combined with iliac cancellous bone in the reconstruction of mandibular defects secondary to ameloblastoma resection
Abstract Background The reconstruction of large mandibular defects is a challenge, and free vascularized bone flaps are most commonly used. However, the precision and symmetry of this repair are deficient, and patients have a risk of vascular embolism, flap necrosis, and donor site complications. Th...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2023-09-01
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Series: | BMC Oral Health |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-023-03386-0 |