Application of Crus of Helix Incision Through the Posterior Parotid Gland Approach in the Mid-Level or High-Level Mandibular Condylar Fractures.

OBJECTIVE: This study is to explore the clinical effect of crus of helix incision through the posterior parotid gland approach in the treatment of Mid-or High-Level mandibular condylar fractures.

METHODS: From September 2020 to June 2023, we performed incision reduction internal fixation of 23 patients with mid-level or high-level fractures of the mandibular condylar through the approach of the posterior parotid gland, and observed the effect of the operation.

RESULTS: After a follow-up period of 6 to 12 months, all patients showed no signs of postoperative facial paralysis or salivary gland fistula. In addition, satisfactory scars were observed in the operation area, and the occlusion function had recovered well.

CONCLUSION: The approach of using a crus of helix incision through the posterior parotid gland proved to be an effective method for treating mid-level or high-level fractures of the condylar fractures. This technique offers several advantages, including adequate exposure, minimal facial nerve injury, ease of incision and reduction, inconspicuous scarring, and a more concealed incision.