Temporomandibular joint reconstruction with rib

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis certain
  • Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

One approach to reconstructing abnormal TMJs is to excise them and graft on a costochondral junction, such that the cartilage articulates with the temporal bone.

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