Maxillectomy and quality of life: Experience from a Nigerian tertiary institution

Maxillectomy and quality of life: Experience from a Nigerian tertiary institution

Introduction: Maxillectomy is a surgical procedure for managing tumors affecting the maxilla; the goal of maxillectomy however should not be limited to tumor extirpation but should include restoration of oronasal function and facial contours, as failure to do these may give rise to psychosocial and...

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Main Authors: V I Akinmoladun, C A Akinyamoju, F O Olaniran, O I Olaopa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2018-01-01
Series:Nigerian Journal of Surgery
Subjects:
Indications
maxillectomy
quality of life
rehabilitation
Online Access:http://www.nigerianjsurg.com/article.asp?issn=1117-6806;year=2018;volume=24;issue=2;spage=125;epage=130;aulast=Akinmoladun

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