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Maxillofacial trauma in major trauma patients
F N Shahim1, P Cameron, J J McNeil
1Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, Central and Eastern Clinical School, The Alfred Hospital, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. nazriashahim@hotmail.com
Australian Dental Journal
|October 14, 2006
Summary
Maxillofacial trauma affects 16% of major trauma patients in Australia, predominantly young males due to transport incidents. Preventive strategies are crucial to reduce these injuries.
Area of Science:
- Traumatology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Maxillofacial trauma is a significant public health concern in Australia.
- Limited epidemiological studies exist on maxillofacial trauma in Australia.
- Understanding prevalence and patterns is vital for public health interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of maxillofacial trauma in major trauma patients.
- To analyze the epidemiological patterns of maxillofacial trauma in Victoria.
- To inform targeted prevention strategies for maxillofacial injuries.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the Victorian State Trauma Registry (2001-2004).
- Included all major trauma patients in Victoria.
- Defined maxillofacial trauma using Abbreviated Injury Scale and ICD codes.
Main Results:
- 16% of major trauma patients sustained maxillofacial trauma.
- Injuries were most frequent in the 15-24 age group, with a 3:1 male-to-female ratio.
- Transport-related incidents (69%) on roads were the primary cause, followed by falls (15%).
Conclusions:
- Transport-related maxillofacial trauma is high, particularly in young individuals.
- Fractured maxilla was the most common bony injury.
- Reinforced preventive strategies are essential to mitigate these injuries.
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