Tetrafid and trifid mandibular condyle: A case report - 14/12/24
, Bengisu Yıldırım b Highlights |
• | Although unilateral cases of tetrafid were asymptomatic, this case of tetrafid-trifid was symptomatic. |
• | In cases of bilateral multi-headed condyles, the clinician should be more careful. |
• | Advanced imaging methods should be used to clearly evaluate the condyle-disc shape and position. |
• | The clinicians should inform the patient about this condition and follow-up regularly. |
Abstract |
Although the bifid or trifid mandibular condyle is a rare entity, the tetrafid mandibular condyle is a more rare entity. This article presents the first case of tetrafid and trifid mandibular condyle of a 31-year-old patient with a history of previous trauma. The patient had with symptoms such as crepitus of the right temporomandibular joint and pain upon palpation in the preauricular region and masseter muscle. This rare entity was diagnosed on a panoramic radiograph and confirmed using computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. As there were symptoms, a hard stabilization appliance was applied to the patient.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Computed tomography, Magnetic resonance imaging, Multi-headed condyle, Tetrafid mandibular condyle, Trifid mandibular condyle
Abbreviations : MHC, BMC, TMC, TMJ, CT, MRI, CBCT, VAS
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