Thesis (doctoral)--Tübingen, 1983.

In der vorliegenden Arbeit wurde das Datenbanksystem CARE – Cancer Recording zur Tumordokumentation in der Mund-, Kiefer-, Gesichtschirurgie - entwickelt. Die Datenbank ermöglicht die Eingabe von prätherapeutischen und therapeutischen Daten, der Pathologie, Nachsorge und Abschlussdaten von Tumorpatienten, die an malignen Kopf-Hals-Tumoren erkrankt sind. Somit kann eine Verwaltung und Auswertung dieser Daten vorgenommen werden, um daraus Schlüsse für die klinische Forschung, die Qualitätssicherung sowie für krebsepidemiologische Forschungsaufgaben zu ziehen. Das Programm basiert auf dem relationalen Datenbankprogramm Microsoft Access und berücksichtigt auch den Aufbau der ADT-Bögen (Version III) mit dessen geforderten Angaben. Die gespeicherten Datenmengen sind somit auch kompatibel mit überregionalen Krebsregistern wie z.B. dem DÖSAK. Es wurde auf höchstmöglichen Bedienkomfort, größtmöglichen Ausschluss von Fehleingaben, einfachen Export von Daten in andere Programme und sofortige Auswertung und Abrufbarkeit von ausgewählten Statistiken geachtet. / This dissertation presents the data base system CARE – Cancer Recording for tumour documentation in maxillofacial surgery. The data base allows to enter pre-therapeutic and therapeutic data, as well as data of pathology, aftercare and conclusion of tumour patients who are diseased with maligned tumours of the maxillofacial region. Thus, these data can be managed and analysed with the purpose of drawing conclusions for clinical research, quality control and tumour-epidemiological research. The program is based on the relational data base program Microsoft Access and takes into account the composition of the ADT-sheets (version III) and the information they require. The recorded amounts of data are therefore compatible with supra-regional tumour indices, e.g. the DÖSAK. Important points were to assure the highest possible ease of use, the greatest possible exclusion of erroneous entering of data, the easy export of data into other programs, instant analysis and the possibility to recall data from selected statistics.

Thesis (doctoral)--Universität, Erlangen, Nürnberg, 2000.

Introduction: As fractures of the supraorbital region are far less common than midfacial or orbital fractures, a study was initiated to investigate whether fist blows could lead to fractures similar to those often seen in the midface. Methods: A detailed skull model and an impactor resembling a fist were created and a fist blow to the supraorbital region was simulated. A transient finite element analysis was carried out to calculate von Mises stresses, peak force, and impact time. Results: Within the contact zone of skull and impactor critical stress values could be seen which lay at the lower yield border for potential fractures. A second much lower stress zone was depicted in the anterior-medial orbital roof. Conclusions: In this simulation a fist punch, which could generate distinct fractures in the midface and naso-ethmoid-orbital region, would only reach the limits of a small fracture in the supraorbital region. The reason is seen in the strong bony architecture. Much higher forces are needed to create severe trauma in the upper face which is supported by clinical findings. Finite element analysis is the method of choice to investigate the impact of trauma on the human skeleton.

Introduction: As fractures of the supraorbital region are far less common than midfacial or orbital fractures, a study was initiated to investigate whether fist blows could lead to fractures similar to those often seen in the midface. Methods: A detailed skull model and an impactor resembling a fist were created and a fist blow to the supraorbital region was simulated. A transient finite element analysis was carried out to calculate von Mises stresses, peak force, and impact time. Results: Within the contact zone of skull and impactor critical stress values could be seen which lay at the lower yield border for potential fractures. A second much lower stress zone was depicted in the anterior-medial orbital roof. Conclusions: In this simulation a fist punch, which could generate distinct fractures in the midface and naso-ethmoid-orbital region, would only reach the limits of a small fracture in the supraorbital region. The reason is seen in the strong bony architecture. Much higher forces are needed to create severe trauma in the upper face which is supported by clinical findings. Finite element analysis is the method of choice to investigate the impact of trauma on the human skeleton.:Background; Methods; Rersults; Discussion; Results; Consent

Background: In reconstructive surgery, loss of a microvascular free flap due to perfusion disorders, especially thrombosis, is a serious complication. In recent years, viscoelastic testing (VET) has become increasingly important in point-of-care (POC) anticoagulation monitoring. This paper describes a protocol for enhanced anticoagulation monitoring during maxillofacial flap surgery. Objective: The aim of the study will be to evaluate, in a controlled setting, the predictive value of POC devices for the type of flap perfusion disorders due to thrombosis or bleeding. VET, Platelet monitoring (PM) and standard laboratory tests (SLT) are comparatively examined. Methods/Design: This study is an investigator-initiated prospective trial in 100 patients undergoing maxillofacial surgery. Patients who undergo reconstructive surgery using microvascular-free flaps will be consecutively enrolled in the study. All patients provide blood samples for VET, PM and SLT at defined time points. The primary outcome is defined as free flap loss during the hospital stay. Statistical analyses will be performed using t-tests, including the Bonferroni adjustment for multiple comparisons. Discussion: This study will help clarify whether VET can improve individualized patient care in reconstruction surgery. A better understanding of coagulation in relation to flap perfusion disorders may allow real-time adaption of antithrombotic strategies and potentially prevent flap complications.