Posterior cranial vault distraction with resorbable distraction devices

J Craniofac Surg. 2014 Jul;25(4):1249-51. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0000000000000928.

Abstract

Posterior cranial vault distraction is recognized as a viable initial approach to patients with syndromic craniosynostosis. It offers advantages to initial anterior vault surgery and to traditional 1-stage advancements. Reports of posterior vault distraction have thus far focused on the use of standard titanium distractors. We present a case of posterior vault distraction with resorbable distraction devices, obviating the need for a second surgery and anesthetic for distractor removal. Distraction was performed successfully without complications or device-related issues.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Absorbable Implants*
  • Child, Preschool
  • Craniofacial Dysostosis / diagnostic imaging
  • Craniofacial Dysostosis / surgery*
  • Craniotomy / instrumentation*
  • Equipment Design
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Lactic Acid*
  • Osteogenesis, Distraction / instrumentation*
  • Polyglycolic Acid*
  • Polylactic Acid-Polyglycolic Acid Copolymer
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed

Substances

  • Polylactic Acid-Polyglycolic Acid Copolymer
  • Polyglycolic Acid
  • Lactic Acid