Retrospective study of prevalence of face fractures in southern Brazil

Paes, Jefferson Viapiana; Paes, Franciana Lima de Sá; Valiati, Renato; Oliveira, Marília Gerhardt de; Pagnoncelli, Rogério Miranda

doi:10.4103/0970-9290.99045

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“…The symphysis and angle were the most common sites of multiple fractures followed by the symphysis and condyle. This finding was similar to other research studies6,7,13. Based on reports from other studies, the mandible angle fracture was the most frequent in cases of single fractures13, especially with assault-related fractures, and the symphysis and angle fractures were most common in multiple fractures5.…”

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“…Bilateral comparison indicated that the left side had a fracture distribution ratio of 72.5% (103/142). Although fracture patterns have not changed recently, compared to previous research studies6, some changes have occurred in the etiologic factors that affect fractures. Most fractures are caused by accidents and alcohol consumption is highly correlated with etiologic factors of mandibular fractures.…”

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“…Many research reports have cited car accidents, external injuries, sports activities, and assaults as main etiologic factors of fractures4-6. As socioeconomic development progress and the quality of life improves, these changes also affect etiologic factors.…”

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“…According to domestic and international research on mandibular fracture, car accidents, assaults, and external injuries are classified as main etiologic factors of mandibular fracture. The research period, regional characteristics, and socioeconomic levels affect the etiologic factors, and can cause differences in the pattern and distribution of fracture1,2,4-6. Therefore, periodical case analysis and statistical research help confirm the tendency of mandibular fractures and allow researchers to develop new and effective precautionary measures.…”

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Retrospective clinical study of mandible fractures

Jung

Lee

Kwon

et al. 2014

J Korean Assoc Oral Maxillofac Surg

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ObjectivesThe purpose of this article is to analyze the incidence, demographic distribution, type, and etiology of mandible fractures that were treated by the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Kyung Hee University Dental Hospital from January 2002 to December 2012.Materials and MethodsThis was a descriptive and analytic retrospective study that evaluated 735 patients that were treated for mandible fracture.ResultsThis study included 1,172 fractures in 735 patients. The ratio of male to female patients was 5.45 : 1; the maximum value was in patients between 20 and 29 years (38.1%) and the minimum in patients over 70 years old. The monthly distribution of facial fractures peaked in the fall and was lower during winter. No specific correlation was identified based on the annual fracture distribution. Among the 735 fracture patients, 1.59 fracture lines were observed per patient. The most frequent site was the symphysis, which accounted for a total of 431 fractures, followed by the angle (348), condyle (279), and body (95). The symphysis with angle was the most common site identified in combination with fracture and accounted for 22.4%, followed by symphysis with condyle (19.8%). The angle was the most frequent site of single fractures (20.8%). The major cause of injury was accidental trauma (43.4%), which was followed by other causes such as violence (33.9%), sports-related accidents (10.5%), and traffic accidents (10.1%). Fracture incidents correlated with alcohol consumption were reported between 10.0%-26.9% annually.ConclusionAlthough mandible fracture pattern is similar to the previous researches, there is some changes in the etiologic factors.

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Retrospective clinical study of mandible fractures

Jung

Lee

Kwon

et al. 2014

J Korean Assoc Oral Maxillofac Surg

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“…[1] Blunt trauma includes road traffic crash (RTC), altercation, industrial/occupational accidents, sports, and falls. [1234] Penetrating injuries are results of gunshots, missiles, stabbing, and explosions. Pathological diseases such as tumors, osteomyelitis, cysts, osteoradionecrosis may also contribute to facial fracture.…”

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Facial fracture management in Northwest Nigeria

Taiwo

Soyele

Godwin

et al. 2013

J Surg Tech Case Report

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Background:Facial fracture is gradually become a public health problem in our community due to the attendant morbidity and mortality. Hence, the aim of this study was to determine the pattern of facial fracture in Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery Department of Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital. This cross-sectional study was undertaken to provide information regarding gender, age, etiology, and diagnosis of patients with maxillofacial fractures.Materials and Methods:A 1-year review of patients diagnosed and treated for facial fractures in Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital between January 2011 and December 2011. The diagnosis was based on radiographic data and clinical examination. The main analysis outcome measures were etiology, age, gender, site, and treatment. Data were organized and presented by means of descriptive statistics and Pearson's Chi-square test. The level of significance adopted was 5%.Results:A total of 40 patients were treated in this period. Over 95% were male, 81% were caused by road traffic crash (RTC) and 86.4% were in the 21-30 years group. Most patients (52%) had mandibular fractures, and the most common site was the body. Most patients with midfacial fractures had fractures of the zygomaticomaxillary region (36%), while fractures of the parasymphyseal region were more common in the mandible 156 (31%). The most common treatment for jaw fractures was mandibulomaxillary fixation (MMF). Stable zygomatic complex fractures were reduced (elevated) intraorally, and unstable ones were supported by antral packs.Conclusions:This study highlights facial fractures secondary to RTC as a serious public health problem in our environment. Preventive strategies remain the cheapest way to reduce direct and indirect costs of the sequelae of RTC. It also bring to the fore the necessity to shift to open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of fractures.

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Facial Trauma

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2020

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Retrospective study of prevalence of face fractures in southern Brazil

Abstract: Regular publication of epidemiological data is extremely important for the implementation of prevention campaigns and for an increased awareness of the etiology of fractures affecting the face and other anatomic sites.

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