Wee Hsuan Ng, Wai Seng Chan, Eugene Hze-Khoong Poh, Fredrik Petersson
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Abstract
The superficial temporal artery (STA) is a structure that is particularly vulnerable to injury, given its prominent location in the head and neck region. Pseudoaneurysms of this artery may be encountered during the management of maxillofacial trauma. This article presents a review of the relevant literature on this topic. One of the common surgical interventions includes ligation of the entire feeding artery, which compromises the corresponding blood supply. Preservation of the main trunk of the STA can be achieved in certain cases; one such case is detailed in this report.
期刊介绍:
The scope of the journal covers all fields related to the presentday practice of dentistry, and includes Restorative Dentistry (Operative Dentistry, Dental Materials, Prosthodontics and Endodontics), Preventive Dentistry (Periodontics, Orthodontics, Paediatric Dentistry, Public Health and Health Services), Oral Medicine, Oral Surgery and Oral Pathology. Articles pertaining to dental education and the social, political and economic aspects of dental practice are also welcomed.