An Artificial Intelligence-Based Cosmesis Evaluation for Temporomandibular Joint Reconstruction.
Journal:
The Laryngoscope
PMID:
35662031
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: Management of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) following condylar resection remains challenging in the field of mandibular reconstruction. A simple reconstruction of the TMJ with a contoured end of a fibular graft placed into the joint space is a potential option, but its efficacy is unknown partly because there are only few objective assessment systems for aesthetic outcome. This study aimed to develop an artificial intelligence (AI)-based aesthetic outcome evaluation system for the simple TMJ reconstruction method and evaluate its functional outcomes.