Patient-Specific Mandibular Resection and Reconstruction
We recently collaborated on a complex case involving the resection of a mandibular tumor, followed by reconstruction using a fibular autograft.
This procedure, performed at Clinique universitaire St Luc by Dr. Sandra Schmitz, benefited from the use of patient-specific surgical guides developed by our team.
The case involved a large tumor lesion in the left mandible, which required complete resection with strict safety margins. Preoperative simulations allowed us to plane reconstruction using two parts of the patient´s fibula.
The reconstruction was successfully achieved and the autografts helped the surgeon to restore functionality of the mandible.
Our Contribution:
Advanced 3D Planning: Precise modeling of the vessels and bone structures to assess the feasibility of fibula harvesting.
Custom Surgical Guides: Guides secured with screws, featuring cylindrical windows to ensure proper positioning during surgery.
Key Surgical Steps:
- Accurate resection of the mandible following pre-planned margins.
- Preparation and shaping of the fibula autograft according to validated dimensions.
- Successful reconstruction for optimal stabilization.
This collaboration highlights the importance of a tailored approach to address each patient’s unique needs.
We sincerely thank Dr. Sandra Schmitz and her team for their trust and precision in this project.
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