Clinical Research Directory

Endoscopically Assisted Management of Maxillofacial Fractures: A Prospective Study on Efficacy and Outcomes

The goal of this clinical trial is to assess the efficacy of endoscopically assisted management of maxillofacial fractures in terms of fracture reduction, stability, and functional outcomes.

Prospective Study to Evaluate the Performance and the Safety of Global D's Implants of Craniomaxillofacial Surgery (CMF) Ranges Indicated for Trauma Surgery (CMF-TRAUMA)

This study is set up within the framework of the European Union regulation 2017/745 on medical devices. Its objective is to confirm the performance and safety of the Global D implants (ORTRAUTEK® and MINITEK/MICROTEK®) used for trauma surgery.

Advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Perioperative Evaluation of Dental, Oral and Maxillofacial Trauma

Dental, oral, and maxillofacial trauma represents a significant public health concern, with most cases resulting from accidents and occurring frequently in young adults. Diagnosis relies on clinical examination and imaging modalities like computed tomography (CT) and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), which are standard for hard tissue assessment but expose patients to ionizing radiation. To reduce radiation exposure while simultaneously allowing for the visualization of soft tissues, newer imaging methods, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), as well as Black Bone and CT-like MRI protocols (ZTE, UTE), are being explored. These MRI techniques offer high-resolution, non-ionizing alternatives, showing promise for diagnosing soft tissue injuries and fractures without radiation risks, especially beneficial for younger patients. This study aims to assess MRI's diagnostic capabilities for maxillofacial trauma, focusing on early diagnosis, artifact reduction, and comparison to conventional X-ray-based imaging, within a minimal-risk study framework. This study aims to evaluate the diagnostic efficacy of MRI compared to X-ray-based imaging modalities (CT/CBCT) for detecting dental, oral, and maxillofacial fractures, with a specific focus on Black Bone and CT-like MRI techniques. Additionally, it investigates MRI's potential to reduce artifacts around osteosynthesis plates, enhancing postoperative imaging quality in the presence of metal hardware.

3D Printed Models for Mandibular Fracture Repair

The investigators will test the hypothesis that patients randomized to the intervention (3D printing with pre-bent plate) arm have less operative room time and less time for the critical part of the procedure than patients in the control arm (no 3D printing, current standards of care). Personalized medicine and care for fracture treatment.