New Mandibular Distraction Device

TECHNOLOGY DESCRIPTION

An innovative approach is presented by the use of mandibular distraction osteogenesis in children and adult patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA is a prevalent condition (4-6% of the normal population, but recent studies suggest that incidence could be up to 25% of the adult population) that produces breath pauses during the night, and it is associated to daily somnolence and a more risk of accidentability. OSAS has been related to a higher incidence of cardiovascular diseases, cancer, stroke, diabetes, obesity and depression. In children, it is frequently diagnosed in those patients with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).

BENEFITS

A new mandibular distraction device is designed by Dr. Pilar Rubio -Bueno to apply osteogenesis in these patients with the objective of curing the disease, avoiding the chronic use of CPAP (continous possitive airway pressure). The new distraction device prototype, miniaturized and made of titanium or resorbable material, is designed to avoid a second surgical procedure to remove after mandibular lengthening. Likewise, a remote activation system is proposed to avoid any external and visible part of the device.

LIMITATIONS

Not detected.

APPLICATIONS

Mandibular distraction osteogenesis.

MATERIALS