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Semin Plast Surg 2017; 31(04): 222-226
DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1606557
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Calvarial Reconstruction

Arvind Badhey
1   Department of Otolaryngology, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, New York
,
Sameep Kadakia
2   Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery Associates, Fort Worth, Texas
,
Moustafa Mourad
2   Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery Associates, Fort Worth, Texas
,
Jared Inman
3   Department of Otolaryngology, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California
,
Yadranko Ducic
2   Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery Associates, Fort Worth, Texas
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25 October 2017 (online)

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Abstract

Calvarial reconstruction is a challenge to reconstructive surgeons, especially considering protection of intracranial contents. In recent years, the advent of multiple reconstructive materials adds tools to the surgical armamentarium. Options include autologous split calvarial and rib grafts and alloplastic materials such as titanium mesh, methyl methacrylate, calcium hydroxyapatite, and polyetheretherketone. The most important aspect of cranial reconstruction still lies in finding the most aesthetic, safe, and reliable means of filling a defect.

Keywords

calvarium reconstruction - cranioplasty - hydroxyapatite - autologous cranioplasty - methyl methacrylate - synthetic cranioplasty
 

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