• Ilizarov minimized complications by performing a corticotomy with minimal disruption of the surrounding blood supply and using a system of tension ring fixators to control the distraction in multiple planes. (medscape.com)
  • Through a series of experimental studies and clinical applications, Ilizarov established the foundation of distraction osteogenesis and its role in orthopedic management. (medscape.com)
  • The concept of distraction osteogenesis (DO) was introduced by G. A. Ilizarov in the 1950s and knowledge of this method has added countless benefits to the treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal disorders, enabling bone lengthening, correction of angular deformities of the limbs, and correction of pseudarthrosis, as well as a technique for alveolar ridge augmentation 1 . (bvsalud.org)
  • Distraction osteogenesis is a technique that relies on the normal healing process that occurs between controlled, surgically osteotomized bone segments. (medscape.com)
  • De novo bone lengthening occurs by gradual, controlled distraction. (medscape.com)
  • Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the effect of low-level laser therapy on tissue repair in the rabbit mandible after osteotomy and distraction osteogenesis, through histological analysis of the area of bone neoformation and measurement of the amount of neoformed bone. (bvsalud.org)
  • Methods: Twenty-four male New Zealand white rabbits were randomly allocated into one of two groups: experiment (laser applied directly over the site of fracture and distraction osteogenesis) or control (non-irradiated animals). (bvsalud.org)
  • Distraction osteogenesis is an essential procedure in children with craniofacial/hemifacial microsomia. (medscape.com)
  • It is considered a variant of craniofacial (hemifacial) microsomia (CFM), a group of congenital malformations that occur during the embryonic development of the first and second branchial arches, which give rise to the ear, face and eyelids 3-5 . (bvsalud.org)
  • Indications for the use of distraction are broad, and it is applied to solve a wide range of craniofacial deformities. (medscape.com)
  • Distraction osteogenesis (DO) is a relatively new method of treatment for selected deformities and defects of the oral and facial skeleton. (suffolkoralsurgery.com)
  • In the 1950s, the Russian orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Gabriel Ilizarov slowly perfected the surgical and postoperative management of distraction osteogenesis treatment to correct deformities and repair defects of the arms and legs. (suffolkoralsurgery.com)
  • Since then, the surgical and technological advances made in the field of distraction osteogenesis have provided the oral and maxillofacial surgeons with a safe and predictable method to treat selected deformities of the oral and facial skeleton. (suffolkoralsurgery.com)
  • the latter, intramembranous ossification, is primarily in the craniofacial skeleton. (medscape.com)
  • Through a series of experimental studies and clinical applications, Ilizarov established the foundation of distraction osteogenesis and its role in orthopedic management. (medscape.com)
  • Distraction osteogenesis mimics intramembranous ossification where recruitment and differentiation of primitive cells create a new bony framework. (medscape.com)
  • By 8 months, the intervening bone within the distraction zone achieves 90% of the normal bony architecture. (medscape.com)
  • Simply stated, distraction osteogenesis means the slow movement apart (distraction) of two bony segments in a manner such that new bone is allowed to fill in the gap created by the separating bony segments. (suffolkoralsurgery.com)
  • Lastly, distraction osteogenesis is associated with greater stability when used in major cases where significant movement of bony segments are involved. (suffolkoralsurgery.com)
  • Goldenhar syndrome, also known as Oculo- Auriculo-Vertebral Spectrum (OAVS), lateral facial dysplasia, Goldenhar complex or first and second branchial arch syndrome 1 , is a rare condition that was first described in the early 1950s 2 . (bvsalud.org)
  • What are the benefits of distraction osteogenesis vs. traditional surgery for a similar condition? (suffolkoralsurgery.com)
  • Considering its involvement in craniofacial structures, its rarity, and its wide spectrum of symptoms and associated systemic abnormalities, knowledge of this condition is paramount for the dental surgeon. (bvsalud.org)
  • 1] Applications in craniofacial surgery were first seen in 1973, when Synder et al applied the approach to mandibular lengthening in a canine animal model. (medscape.com)
  • No. Distraction osteogenesis surgery is usually done on an outpatient basis with most of the patients going home the same day of surgery. (suffolkoralsurgery.com)
  • Distraction osteogenesis requires the patient to return to the surgeon's office frequently during the initial two weeks after surgery. (suffolkoralsurgery.com)
  • No. The entire surgery is performed within the mouth and the distraction devices used by Drs. Jonke, Guariglia, Jamdar, First or Mundiya remain inside the mouth. (suffolkoralsurgery.com)
  • In 1948, Allan incorporated a screw device that more accurately controlled the rate of distraction. (medscape.com)
  • Activation of the distraction device to slowly separate the bones may cause some patients mild discomfort. (suffolkoralsurgery.com)