ReviewPlastic surgery (Oakville, Ont.)2021
The Materials Utilized in Cranial Reconstruction: Past, Current, and Future.
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12 citing papers in PubMed, 21 citations in OpenAlex.
- Complications After Patient-specific Implants for Facial Contouring and Augmentation: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open · 2026Article
- Polyetheretherketone for craniomaxillofacial defects: cases report, evaluation of patients' satisfaction and a systematic literature review.Maxillofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery · 2025Article
- Cranial Bone Repair and Regeneration After Trauma: Forensic and Clinical Medico-Legal Consequences.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Subcutaneous Preservation of Bone Flaps with Cryogenic Preservation of Bone Flaps for Cranioplasty in Cases of Traumatic Brain Injury.Brain sciences · 2025Article
- Mass Casualties, Shootings, and the Role of the Craniomaxillofacial Surgeon.Seminars in plastic surgery · 2025Review
- Bone Regeneration: Mini-Review and Appealing Perspectives.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Cranial reconstruction utilizing polymeric implants in two different designs: finite element investigation.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2024Article
- In vivo validation of highly customized cranial Ti-6AL-4V ELI prostheses fabricated through incremental forming and superplastic forming: an ovine model study.Scientific reports · 2024Article
- Bespoke Implants for Cranial Reconstructions: Preoperative to Postoperative Surgery Management System.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
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- Autologous bone fragments for skull reconstruction after microvascular decompression.BMC surgery · 2022Article
- Patient-specific implants for craniomaxillofacial surgery: A manufacturer's experience.Annals of medicine and surgery (2012) · 2021Article
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4 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.
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Abstract
backgroundCranioplasty (CP) is associated with high complication rates compared to other common neurosurgical procedures. Several graft materials are used for CP, which may contribute to the high complication rates, but data in the literature regarding the influence of graft material on post-CP outcomes are inconsistent making it difficult to determine if, when, and to what extent the graft material impacts the rate of perioperative complications. There is an increased demand to identify and develop superior graft materials.
objectiveTo review and compare the indications, risks, complications, and patient results associated with the use of different graft materials for cranial reconstructions.
designA search through EBSCO
conclusionsSeveral graft materials have been adapted for use in cranial reconstructions with inconsistent results making it unclear if or when one material may be indicated over others. Advances in computer-aided design have led to improved patient-specific implants, but the ideal graft material is still being sought after in ongoing research efforts. Reviewing materials currently available, as well as those in clinical trials, is important to identify the limitations associated with different implants and to guide future research.
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