Internal derangements of the temporomandibular joint: findings in the pediatric age group
Findings in 31 pediatric patients with pain and dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) are reported. The average age was 14 years and the average duration of symptoms was 21.4 months. Internal derangements were found in 29 patients (94%) and degenerative arthritis in 13 (42%). In 12 patients (39%), the problem could be traced to an injury to the jaw. Secondary condylar hypoplasia was associated with the meniscal abnormality in 3 patients (10%). Further awareness of internal derangements of the TMJ in the pediatric population should permit greater recognition of their etiology. It is important that threatment be initiated as soon as possible, not only to minimize the development of osseous disease in young adults but also to prevent facial growth deformities.
- Research Organization:
- Univ. of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, NY
- OSTI ID:
- 5834777
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-841170-; TRN: 85-013104
- Journal Information:
- Radiology; (United States), Vol. 154:1; Conference: 70. scientific assembly and annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America, Washington, DC, USA, 25 Nov 1984
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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