A novel treatment of temporomandibular joint arthritis as a complication in familial Mediterranean fever —literature review and a case report

ConclusionsThe adverse effect of TMJ arthritis in FMF patients can be avascular necrosis and destruction of the mandibular condylar head. TMJ arthroscopy allows lysis and lavage of the joint with minimal operative and postoperative complication, resulting with satisfactory results. Thus, in case of TMJ arthritis in FMF, we recommend TMJ arthroscopy as soon as possible, following aggressive physiotherapy in order to gain normal mouth opening.Clinical relevanceFMF rates have been described among the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern population ranging from 1:5 to 1:3; thus, TMJ involvement due to the disease is not so rare in this region, and a clear treatment protocol is needed. (Source: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)

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