What is Mandibulectomy Surgery?
A mandibulectomy is a surgical procedure involving the partial or complete removal of the mandible, which is the lower jawbone. This procedure is typically performed to remove tumours or abnormal growths in the jawbone, often as part of treatment for oral cancer.
Mandibulectomy Types
Depending on the extent of the tumour or condition, different types of mandibulectomy may be performed:
- Marginal mandibulectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of only a small portion of the mandible (lower jawbone) along the edge or margin of the bone. This procedure is often performed to treat certain types of tumours or lesions that are located close to the edge of the jawbone.
- Partial Mandibulectomy involves removing only a portion of the mandible, usually to remove a small tumour or lesion.
- Segmental Mandibulectomy involves removing a larger segment of the mandible, often necessary for larger tumours or more extensive conditions.
- Hemimandibulectomy involves removing half of the mandible, either the right or left side.
- Total Mandibulectomy involves removing the entire mandible.
| Procedure Name | Mandibulectomy |
|---|---|
| Type of Surgery | Major |
| Type of Anesthesia | General Anesthesia |
| Procedure Duration | 2-4 hours or more (depending on the amount of resection) |
| Recovery Duration | Few weeks |
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