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Closure of an Oroantral Communication Using Bichat’s Fat Pad: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: An oroantral communication (OAC) is a pathological connection between the oral cavity and the maxillary sinus.When it fails to close spontaneously, it remains open and epithelializes, leading to the development of an oroantral fistula.It is a common complication following the extraction of maxillary premolars and molars due to the anatomical proximity of the root apices of these teeth to the maxillary sinus.Several surgical options exist for its management, particularly the use of Bichat's fat pad, which has proven to be an effective and reliable technique.In this article, we report a case of OAC successfully treated by traction of Bichat's fat pad.

Source: OALib

DOI: 10.4236/oalib.1113394

Authors: Fatima Ezzahra Farouq, Dounia Sarfi, Chaimaa Moujoud, Ihssane BenYahya

Institution: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Ibn Rochd

Language: English

Topic: Sinusitis and nasal conditions

Subfield: Otorhinolaryngology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4410786334

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