Assessment of temporomandibular joint dysfunction in condylar fracture of the mandible using the Helkimo index

Conclusion: The overall prevalence of TMJ dysfunction according to the Helkimo index was 90%. About 61% of patients had mild dysfunction (Di1) and 30% had moderate dysfunction (Di2). None of the patients had severe dysfunction. To conclude, the Helkimo index is a simple, effective, inexpensive, reliable screening index to assess TMJ dysfunction in condylar fractures of mandible.

Source: Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery - December 28, 2017 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: S Suhas Sharad Ramdas PP Lingam HR Naveen Kumar Aashish Sasidharan R Aadithya Source Type: research