ArticleJournal of oral biology and craniofacial research
The need for craniofacial trauma and oncologic reconstruction in global surgery.
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- Improving Microsurgery Foundational Skills Acquisition Through Short Simulation Courses in Rwanda.Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open · 2026Article
- Advancements in craniofacial reconstruction: approaches and applications in forensics.Forensic science, medicine, and pathology · 2025Review
- Bridging Gaps in Surgical Care: Facial Trauma Management Through the Surgeons in Humanitarian Alliance for Reconstruction, Research, and Education Initiative.Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open · 2025Article
- Off-Label Use of an External Hand Fixator for Craniomaxillofacial Fractures-An Anatomical Feasibility Study.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- Enhancing Craniofacial Bone Reconstruction with Clinically Applicable 3D Bioprinted Constructs.Advanced healthcare materials · 2024Article
- The State of Craniomaxillofacial Trauma Care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Scoping Review.OTO openArticle
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Abstract
The global burden of surgical disease is concentrated in low- and middle-income countries and primarily consists of injuries and malignancies. While global reconstructive surgery has a long and well-established history, efforts thus far have been focused on addressing congenital anomalies. Craniofacial trauma and oncologic reconstruction are comparatively neglected despite their higher prevalence. This review explores the burden, management, and treatment gaps of craniofacial trauma and head and neck cancer reconstruction in low-resource settings. We also highlight successful alternative treatments used in low-resource settings and pearls that can be learned from these areas.
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