- This study reviews surgical treatments for pediatric condylar fractures, analyzing records from 68 patients aged 1 to 17 who underwent surgery from 2003 to 2023, focusing on fracture types and outcomes.
- The most common fracture was the condylar neck (61.1%), with a percentage of patients experiencing complications, such as minimal paraesthesia and condyle resorption.
- Overall, 81% of patients had positive outcomes in dental function and TMJ health post-surgery, while 19% experienced unsatisfactory results, indicating the benefits of surgical treatment over non-surgical approaches.