Management of Maxillofacial Trauma in Pregnant Women
Ruby R. Taylor,
Sinan Jabori,
Minji Kim
et al.
Abstract:Introduction:
Trauma during pregnancy deserves special attention as management must be directed towards both the mother and the fetus. Management of maxillofacial fractures in pregnancy can adversely affect the well-being of the fetus by impinging on normal functions such as respiration, mastication, and nutrition. Pregnancy complicates the management of facial injury due to the maintenance of the patent airway, anesthesia considerations, and imaging restraints. The purpose of this study is to use … Show more
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