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Pediatric Facial Fractures: A 10-year Study
Rajarshi Ghosh1, K Gopalkrishnan1, Jawahar Anand1
1Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, SDM College of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Sattur, Dharwad, Karnataka 580009 India.
Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery
|April 6, 2018
Summary
This study analyzed 68 pediatric facial fractures, finding falls were the most common cause and the mandible the most frequently fractured bone. Boys sustained injuries more often than girls, with dental trauma occurring in 26% of cases.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Pediatric Traumatology
- Facial Fracture Analysis
Background:
- Facial fractures in children require specific management considerations.
- Understanding the epidemiology of pediatric facial fractures is crucial for prevention and treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To retrospectively analyze the incidence, demographics, etiology, and patterns of facial fractures in pediatric patients.
- To identify associated dental injuries and complications in surgically treated pediatric facial fractures.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 68 pediatric patients (<15 years) treated for facial fractures between 2003-2013.
- Data collected included injury cause, age, gender, fracture site, associated injuries (soft tissue, dental), and treatment protocols.
Main Results:
- Males (2.9:1 ratio) were more frequently affected than females.
- Falls accounted for 59% of injuries, with the mandible being the most common fracture site (83%).
- Dental injuries, primarily avulsion, were present in 26% of cases; closed reduction was the common treatment.
Conclusions:
- This study provides valuable data on pediatric facial fracture patterns, aiding in preventive strategies.
- Understanding these patterns helps in developing appropriate treatment plans to restore form and function.
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