Condyle Fracture

What is the most common location for a condyle fracture?

• The ramus of the mandible
• The coronoid process of the mandible
• The body of the mandible
• The condylar head of the mandible

Which of the following statements about condyle fractures is NOT true?

• Condyle fractures can result in a loss of mandibular function
• Condyle fractures can cause deformity of the mandible
• Condyle fractures can cause a loss of occlusal stability
• Condyle fractures are usually associated with a high-energy trauma

What is the primary treatment for a displaced condyle fracture?

• Closed reduction
• Open reduction and internal fixation
• Decompression of the temporomandibular joint
• Amputation of the affected condyle

Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of a condyle fracture?

• Nonunion of the fracture
• Ankylosis of the temporomandibular joint
• Resorption of the condylar head
• Open reduction and internal fixation of the fracture

How is the diagnosis of a condyle fracture typically made?

• Clinical examination
• X-ray imaging
• Computed tomography (CT) scan
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

What is the most important factor in determining the prognosis of a condyle fracture?

• The location of the fracture
• The severity of the displacement
• The presence of associated injuries
• The age of the patient

What is the primary goal of treatment for a condyle fracture?

• To restore occlusal stability
• To prevent deformity of the mandible
• To prevent ankylosis of the temporomandibular joint
• To preserve mandibular function

Which of the following is NOT a potential surgical approach for the treatment of a condyle fracture?

• Submental approach
• Preauricular approach
• Mandibular angle approach
• Anterior mandibular approach