Healing of Endodontic Peri - Apical Lesions after Surgical Treatment: A Systematic Review

Hassan Alyamani, Ahmed Alhindi, Aqeel Alghanmi, Safa Alturkistani, Tariq Muteb Alharbi, Ali Mohammed Falatah, Abdullah Mohammed Kaki, Sultan Khaled Daiwaly

Abstract: This article provides a comprehensive overview of the study conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of surgical root canal retrograde treatment in healing periapical lesions. The study, based on a systematic review of eight selected studies, explores various aspects of periapical lesion treatment, including success rates, follow-up durations, and the comparison between surgical and non-surgical approaches. The results indicate that surgical treatment offers a shorter healing period in short-term follow-ups, but there is no significant difference in long-term outcomes when compared to conventional non-surgical treatment. The abstract highlights the need for more clinical trials to establish guidelines for the appropriate use of surgical treatment in healing periapical lesions, emphasizing the importance of short-term versus long-term follow-up assessments.

Keywords: endodontic surgery, apical surgery, surgical retreatment, endodontic treatment, periapical lesion