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Q: Arthroscopic surgery ?

asked by: dove2008 on April 21st, 2008

New User

My MRI report states (RIGHT) I have anterior subluxation of the meniscus and there is narrowing of the tmj joint space with diffuse cartilage thinning and mild subchondral sclerosis of the mandibular condyle. With jaw opened, there is anterior rotation and translation of the condyle without meniscal recapture. The meniscus demonstrates abnormal morphology. There is a small to moderate joint effusion present.

Should I consider arthroscopic surgery?

Thanks...

Replies(8)

edgaras

replied on April 22nd, 2008

Supporter

Wow, your MRI results are so detailed, do you mind telling us where was this done? Mine was pretty vague - on one part it said there is a cyst, then on a next sentence, it says cyst(S). I'm lost - is it on cyst, many cyst.. I was pretty
confused by the report, but yours is very precise and informative.
I am also considering arthroscopic surgery, I'm just waiting to see how much longer I can live with this pain before doing anything too invasive.

dove2008

replied on April 22nd, 2008

New User

Arthroscopic Surgery?

My MRI was done @ Baptist Health South Florida at Coral Gables.

I am currently in a lot of pain. The oral surgeon I was seeing recommended I have Arthroscopic Surgery because in his opinion I was past night guards, splints, etc. etc. So he referred me to another oral surgeon that specializes in Arthroscopic Surgery of TMJ; the appointment is this Thursday and wanted to get some opinons on the surgery (whether to do it or not).

Thanks!

TMJWorld

replied on April 22nd, 2008

Extremely eHealthy

yes consider it---but ask if there is sometjhng else that you can try before that---try all conservative methods firsts

edgaras

replied on April 23rd, 2008

Supporter

translation

I was lost when I first read the report so..
subluxation = partial dislocation of a joint.
sclerosis = Literally, "scar"; the hardening of tissue.
morphology = The form and structure of an organism, in particular its outside features.

Hope that helps Smile

edgaras

replied on April 23rd, 2008

Supporter

position of meniscus

MRI showing normal position of meniscus in closed mouth view:

MRI showing anterior dislocation of meniscus in closed mouth view:

dove2008

replied on April 23rd, 2008

New User

Thanks so much for the info.

dove2008

replied on April 25th, 2008

New User

Update---

Went to see my new doctor. He recommended doing a arthrocentisis first. I am scheduled for the procedure July 3rd.....

Fingers crossed!

TMJWorld

replied on April 25th, 2008

Extremely eHealthy

yes arthrocentises is the least invasive and is always done first--its a peice of cake dont worry about it

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