Cranioplasty
Cranioplasty
Cranioplasty (pronounced: kray-nee-oh-plas-tee) is a surgical procedure performed to repair defects or deformities in the skull. The term is derived from the Greek words kranion (meaning skull) and plastikos (meaning molded).
History
The first recorded instance of cranioplasty dates back to 3000 BC, when the Inca civilization used gold plates to repair skull defects. Modern cranioplasty procedures have evolved significantly since then, with the use of various materials such as titanium, polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), and autologous bone grafts.
Procedure
Cranioplasty can be performed for various reasons, including to repair skull defects following trauma, tumor removal, or infection. The procedure involves the use of a graft, often made from the patient's own bone (autograft), to repair the defect. Other materials, such as synthetic materials or metals, may also be used.
Risks and Complications
Like any surgical procedure, cranioplasty carries certain risks. These may include infection, bleeding, and complications related to the graft material. In some cases, further surgery may be required to address these complications.
Related Terms
- Autograft: A graft of tissue from one point to another of the same individual's body.
- Allograft: A graft of tissue from one individual to another of the same species.
- Xenograft: A graft of tissue from one individual to another of a different species.
- Prosthesis: An artificial device that replaces a missing body part.
- Neurosurgery: The medical specialty concerned with the prevention, diagnosis, surgical treatment, and rehabilitation of disorders which affect any portion of the nervous system.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cranioplasty
- Wikipedia's article - Cranioplasty
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