Temporomandibular joint arthrocentesis guided by ultrasonography: An anatomical study

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthrocentesis is a common procedure in maxillofacial surgery departments for the treatment of TMJ dysfunction. The use of ultrasonography in this area is rare, and in the vast majority of cases only as a diagnostic, and non-therapeutic use. Through this study we pr...

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Published in:Journal of stomatology, oral and maxillofacial surgery oral and maxillofacial surgery, 2021-09, Vol.122 (4), p.e27-e31
Main Authors: Torres-Gaya, J., Boscà-Ramón, A., Marqués-Mateo, M., Valverde-Navarro, A., García-San Segundo, M.M., Puche-Torres, M.
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Language:English
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Arthrocentesis
Image-guided
Temporomandibular joint dysfunction
TMJ
Ultrasonography
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Summary:The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthrocentesis is a common procedure in maxillofacial surgery departments for the treatment of TMJ dysfunction. The use of ultrasonography in this area is rare, and in the vast majority of cases only as a diagnostic, and non-therapeutic use. Through this study we propose the equipment and ultrasound parameters necessary to obtain detailed and practical images when using ultrasonography as a therapeutic guide in arthrocentesis of TMJ. In addition, we provide data regarding the placement and working angulations of both the ultrasound probe and the needle that are ideal for facilitating image-guided puncture. It is a simple technique, with a relatively short learning curve, and that can provide considerable intraoperative help to the surgeon.
ISSN:2468-7855
2468-7855
DOI:10.1016/j.jormas.2021.03.002