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Is a fractured mandible an emergency?
D Hammond1, S Parmar2, J Whitty1
1University of Central Lancashire, Harrington Building, Preston, PR1 2HE.
The British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
|November 28, 2017
Summary
Delayed treatment for fractured mandible (jawbone) did not negatively impact patient outcomes. This retrospective study of 708 patients found no short or long-term harm from delayed definitive fixation.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
- Orthognathic Surgery
Background:
- Mandibular fractures are common facial injuries.
- Timely treatment is often considered crucial for optimal healing and function.
- Factors influencing outcomes require further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of delayed definitive fixation on outcomes of mandibular fractures.
- To identify factors affecting patient outcomes after mandibular fracture treatment.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective audit of 708 patient records.
- Data collected from January 2009 to July 2013.
- Analysis of factors influencing fracture healing and patient outcomes.
Main Results:
- Delay in definitive fixation did not result in adverse short-term or long-term outcomes.
- No statistically significant difference in outcomes based on treatment delay was observed.
Conclusions:
- Definitive fixation delay is not detrimental for mandibular fractures.
- Clinical decision-making for mandibular fracture treatment can consider flexibility regarding fixation timing.
Keywords:
Fracture mandible theatre delay
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