Pseudoaneurysms after Le Fort I Osteotomy at a Single High-surgical-volume Institution

alwin shared this article with you from Inoreader Pseudoaneurysms after Le Fort I Osteotomy at a Single High-surgical-volume Institution Via Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery The Le Fort I maxillary osteotomy remains a workhorse surgical technique for addressing dentofacial deformities; however, significant complications can arise. One of the most serious complications is a pseudoaneurysm that results from injury to a terminal branch of the internal maxillary artery. The bleeding episodes normally develop 10 days to 4 weeks post-hospital discharge. Typically, these are minor sentinel bleeding preceding a hemorrhagic episode that results in an emergency room visit. While rare, significant morbidity has been reported, and bleeding can be rapid and in some instances mortal. (Source: Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery) View on the web Inoreader. Take back control of your news feed. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.