An epidemiologic analysis of 1,142 maxillofacial fractures and concomitant injuries

Kostakis, George; Stathopoulos, Panagiotis; Dais, Panayotis; Gkinis, George; Igoumenakis, Demosthenes; Mezitis, Michael; Rallis, George

doi:10.1016/j.tripleo.2011.08.029

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“…In both developed and developing countries, despite seat belt and alcohol legislation, maxillofacial injuries are likely associated with traffic accidents, being the main cause of facial trauma. Other etiological factors often described include physical agressions, falls, interpersonal violence, sports or work-related activities, and animal-related accidents 3,[7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16] .…”

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Factors affecting hospital discharge in maxillofacial trauma patients: a retrospective study

Galvão-Moreira¹,

Cantanhede²,

Neto³

et al. 2017

Braz. J. Oral Sci.

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Aim: To determine factors that may affect the time of discharge from hospital in patients who underwent maxillofacial trauma. Methods: The sample included 115 patients seen at a public hospital in Brazil, to whom surgical maxillofacial treatment was delivered. Data were obtained from patients' medical records and then followed by a statistical analysis using a 5% significance level. Results: The location of fractures and other clinical features such as the presence of edema and ecchymosis were found to be significantly associated with increased time of discharge from hospital (P < 0.05). When data were modeled using a GML approach, male gender was associated with a lower likelihood of prolonged hospital discharge (OR = 0.84; 95% CI: 0.72-0.98; P < 0.05), while the presence of edema was associated with greater time of hospital discharge (OR = 1.30; 95% CI: 1.14-1.49; P < 0.001). No significant association with age, etiology of trauma, and number of fractures was observed (P > 0.05). Conclusion: Female gender was associated with greater time of hospital discharge, and further concerns should be addressed to the management of lesions following maxillofacial trauma surgical interventions.

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Factors affecting hospital discharge in maxillofacial trauma patients: a retrospective study

Galvão-Moreira¹,

Cantanhede²,

Neto³

et al. 2017

Braz. J. Oral Sci.

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“…The epidemiology of these fractures depends on the geographic area, and the period of investigation. Different causes of maxillofacial fractures may be associated with different types and distributions of injuries (age, gender, site, severity of injuries); therefore, understanding these fractures may inform clinical research in the development of more effective prevention and treatment of these injuries 1,2 .…”

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Bicycling-related accidents and factors contributing to injury

Peréz

Wideberg

PEREZ-SOMARRIBA³

2016

Libro De Actas CIT2016. XII Congreso De Ingeniería Del Transporte

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Abstract:Objective: This study was conducted to find the epidemiological characteristics of bicycling-related maxillofacial fractures in a defined population, and identify factors contributing to injury. Methodology: A prospective study was carried out involving patients presenting with maxillofacial fractures sustained in bicycling-related accidents. Results: Between 908 of all cycling accidents attending for medical treatment, 122 patients (13% of all cycling accidents) were admitted with facial fractures between 2007 and 2014. Male and female ratio was 2.6:1, and the mean age was 29.4 years (standard deviation: 12.8, range: 12-79 years). Causes of injury included collisions (63%) and accidental falls (37%). The fracture patterns seen were mandibular (49%), zygomatic (32%), orbital (13%), nasal (7%), maxillary (2%), and frontal (2%). Condylar fractures were the most common of the mandibular fractures (63%). The most frequently observed concomitant lesions were orthopedic injuries. Conclusions: Bicycling-related maxillofacial injuries are common and therefore important to identify in order to design a sustainable transport system and for units that provide assistance to traffic accident victims. Missed diagnosis or delayed treatment can lead to facial deformities and functional problems. Wearing protective helmets and the improvement of the helmets design is one aspect that would be of interest for the prevention of injuries.

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“…Traumas of the maxillofacial complex represent one of the most important health problems worldwide, especially because of the high incidence and the diversity of facial lesions 2 . Moreover, the face represents the center of human attention and sometimes lesions may leave marks or unrepairable sequels that cause physical or psychological damages, burdening the country economy 3 . Within the same country and among different countries the type of maxillofacial trauma is influenced by socio-economic status, cultural and environmental factors, and the period of investigation 4 .…”

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“…Moreover, as they usually live far from the central urban areas, they are more exposed to violent episodes 6 . There are many studies worldwide evaluating traumas in the oral and maxillofacial region 1,3,7 and some of them conducted in Brazil 4,8 . Literature has identified different causes for traumas in developed and developing countries.…”

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“…Literature has identified different causes for traumas in developed and developing countries. There are controversies regarding the association of traffic accident and physical aggression with the country's economic status 3,7,9 . Authors also observed the high prevalence of falls and sports traumas in both developed and developing countries 10 .…”

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Non-white people have a greater risk for maxillofacial trauma: findings from a 24-month retrospective study in Brazil

Conceição¹,

Lund²,

Nascimento³

et al. 2013

Braz. J. Oral Sci.

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Aim: To identify the predominant causes and types of maxillofacial trauma in Brazil. Methods: Reports of corporal trauma (7,536) between 2009-2010 in the Brazilian Institute of Forensic Medicine were analyzed as to the presence of maxillofacial traumas. Victims' demographic and trauma characteristics were recorded. Results: Data were submitted to chi-square test and to multivariate Poisson regression. 778 reports referred maxillofacial trauma. Most victims were men (50.8%) around 27.6 years. Main causes were physical aggression (88.1%) and traffic accidents (6.7%). The most affected extraoral area was the middle third (60.7%). Risk for trauma in the middle third was significantly higher among patients aged 61-75 (RR 1.32), and non-white patients (black-skinned RR 1.21; brown-skinned RR 1.18); while falls were associated with trauma in the lower third (RR1.79). Conclusions: Violence was the main cause of maxillofacial trauma. Prevention of interpersonal violence may be a key element to prevent maxillofacial trauma.

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An epidemiologic analysis of 1,142 maxillofacial fractures and concomitant injuries

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Factors affecting hospital discharge in maxillofacial trauma patients: a retrospective study

Factors affecting hospital discharge in maxillofacial trauma patients: a retrospective study

Bicycling-related accidents and factors contributing to injury

Non-white people have a greater risk for maxillofacial trauma: findings from a 24-month retrospective study in Brazil

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