case_images: PMC2630302_01
case_images: Intraoperative view of fracture mandible.
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case_images: F1
case_images: During the procedure it was found that she had sustained an open fracture of her left mandible consistent with a dog bite. (fig 1).
case_images: Intraoperative view of mandibular mini-plate in situ on mandible.
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case_images: F2
case_images: This was treated via a trans-oral approach with a five hole 1.2 mm titanium plate and four 3 mm screws. (fig 2).
case_images: Intraoperative view of healed mandibular fracture.
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case_images: F3
case_images: There was good bony union and the plate was removed with no complications (fig 3).