Osteotomy, Le Fort
| Definition: |
Transverse sectioning and repositioning of the maxilla. There are three types: Le Fort I osteotomy for maxillary advancement or the treatment of maxillary fractures; Le Fort II osteotomy for the treatment of maxillary fractures; Le Fort III osteotomy for the treatment of maxillary fractures with fracture of one or more facial bones. Le Fort III is often used also to correct craniofacial dysostosis and related facial abnormalities. (From Dorland, 28th ed, p1203 & p662) |
| Notes: |
in maxillary surg; Le Fort I: coord IM with MAXILLA /surg (IM) for maxillary advancement; Le Fort II: coord IM with MAXILLARY FRACTURES /surg (IM); Le Fort III: coord IM with MAXILLARY FRACTURES /surg (IM) or CRANIOFACIAL DYSTOSIS /surg (IM) or other rela |
| Previously Indexed: |
Maxilla/surgery (1971-1996),Maxillary Fractures/surgery (1971-1996),Osteotomy (1971-1996) |
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