Management of condylar fractures in children: review of the literature and case presentations
Ziccardi, V.B.; Ochs, M.W.; Braun, T.W.; Malave, D.A.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry 16(9): 874 876 878
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 1548-8578 PMID: 8598023 Document Number: 445716
The treatment of mandibular condylar fractures has remained a controversial subject. Although many fractures can be treated by closed reduction with subsequent physiotherapy, others are treated by open reduction and rigid internal fixation. The management of these fractures in children and adolescents is more controversial. This article will review the treatment options for condylar fractures in children along with indications and contraindications for open repair.