Aspectos radiográficos e imaginológicos das fraturas condilares

Abstract

In order to aid the diagnosis of fractures of the mandibular condyles was reviewed literature between the years 1998 to 2009, consisting of 30 references. The fracture of the mandibular condyles has a very large among facial fractures. Any trauma occurs in the mandible dissipation of forces toward the condyle. For this to be a fragile region of the mandible, the chance of fracture is imminent. The main causes are falls, car accidents and violence. There is great controversy regarding the classification, diagnosis and treatment of these fractures. The clinical and imaging examination are of great importance in the analysis of fractures and treatment plans. Currently, imaging methods are used through conventional radiographs and computed tomography. In some cases there is the use of MRI, especially for analyzing soft tissues. Concluded that the condylar fracture is a very controversial issue in literature. Diagnosis by conventional radiographic images is effective in many cases. However, computed tomography and cone beam are more effective diagnosis and planning where the other images did not show adequate.