Is Active Purulence Associated With the Success of Particulate Autogenous Bone Grafting in the Reconstruction of Post-traumatic Mandibular Defects? A Retrospective Cohort Study

• Published in: Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery
• Main Authors: Pereira, Rodrigo dos Santos, Albieri, Fabrizio, Maikon de Sousa Santos, Anderson, Martins, Rodrigo dos Santos, Pessanha, Izabela Lopes, Mourão, Carlos Fernando
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States Elsevier Inc 21.07.2025
• Subjects: Autogenous bone graft; Infected fracture; Mandible fracture; Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery; Mandible fracture; Infected fracture; Autogenous bone graft

Bone defects following post-traumatic mandibular injuries represent a reconstructive challenge when active purulence is present. While particulate autogenous bone grafts are commonly used, their effectiveness in this context remains uncertain. The purpose of this study was to measure the association...