Comparison of non-transport disc and conventional distraction osteogenesis for mandibular segmental defect reconstruction

Abstract Background An animal model of non-transport disc distraction osteogenesis (NTDDO) was developed for repairing segmental mandibular defects in dogs. This study aimed to determine whether any difference exists in osteogenesis within the distraction zone between non-transport disc distraction osteogenesis (NTDDO) and conventional distraction osteogenesis (CDO), in order to provide a reference for its clinical application in the repair of segmental mandibular defects. Methods Twenty-four do