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[Maxillofacial trauma by defenestration: 64 cases].

J-P Meningaud1, J-C Bertrand, D Batista

  • 1Service de Chirurgie Maxillo-faciale et Plastique, Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal, Villeneuve Saint Georges, France. meningaud@noos.fr

Revue De Stomatologie Et De Chirurgie Maxillo-Faciale
|December 18, 2003
PubMed
Summary

This study reports on maxillofacial trauma in defenestration victims, finding it common and severe. Psychic and social factors are crucial for managing these high-level fall injuries.

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Area of Science:

  • Traumatology
  • Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Limited research exists on high-level fall trauma, particularly maxillofacial injuries from defenestration.
  • Defenestration presents unique challenges in trauma management.

Purpose:

  • To document the first series of maxillofacial trauma in defenestration victims.
  • To analyze injury patterns, outcomes, and patient demographics.

Summary:

  • A retrospective study of 64 defenestration patients (July 1994-July 1999) revealed 50% had maxillofacial involvement.
  • Common injuries included mandibular and Lefort fractures, with an average of 6 lost dental elements.
  • Intentional defenestration (70.3%) was linked to psychological distress and socioeconomic vulnerability.

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Impact:

  • Highlights the significant incidence and severity of maxillofacial trauma in defenestration.
  • Emphasizes the need to consider psychological and social factors in patient management.
  • Informs trauma care protocols for falls from height.