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[Post-therapeutic complications in mandibular fractures: a retrospective study]
E Popescu1, D Gogălniceanu, C Mihai
1Clinica de Chirurgie Orală şi Maxilo-Facială, Facultatea de Stomatologie, Universitatea de Medicină şi Farmacie Gr. T. Popa, Iaşi.
Summary
Mandibular fractures can lead to significant post-treatment complications, primarily inflammatory issues like osteitis and osteomyelitis. These complications increase patient suffering, hospital stays, and treatment costs, highlighting the need for effective management strategies.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Surgical Pathology
Context:
- Analysis of 12,096 patients treated for mandible fractures between 1951 and 1995.
- Focus on post-treatment complications and their types.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the incidence and nature of complications following mandible fracture treatment.
- To understand the impact of these complications on patient outcomes and healthcare costs.
Summary:
- 10.52% of patients experienced post-treatment complications, with 9.81% being inflammatory.
- Common inflammatory complications included soft tissue suppurations, osteitis, and osteomyelitis.
- These complications led to prolonged hospitalization, increased patient morbidity, and higher treatment expenses.
Impact:
- Highlights the significant morbidity associated with mandible fractures.
- Underscores the economic burden of managing fracture complications.
- Informs surgical practice and patient care for mandible fractures.