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Management of Maxillofacial Injuries Sustained after a Bear Attack
Tanmoy Nath1, Mohammed Imran2, Kaling Megu3
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Regional Dental College, Guwahati, Assam, India.
Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery
|January 30, 2019
Summary
Bear attacks cause severe, varied maxillofacial injuries, often requiring specialized emergency department management. This case study details treating such an orbital injury, adding to limited literature on bear attack injury care.
Area of Science:
- Traumatology
- Wilderness Medicine
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Literature on bear attack injuries and their management is scarce.
- Bear attacks result in diverse and severe injury patterns, particularly to the maxillofacial region.
- Standard emergency protocols may be insufficient for managing complex bear attack injuries.
Observation:
- This article presents a case of a severe maxillofacial injury involving the orbit sustained from a bear attack.
- The case highlights the unique challenges in managing such injuries.
Findings:
- The management of maxillofacial injuries from bear attacks requires a tailored approach due to the unpredictable nature of the trauma.
- Prompt and specialized intervention is crucial for optimal outcomes in orbital injuries from animal attacks.
Implications:
- This case contributes valuable data to the limited body of knowledge on bear attack injuries.
- It underscores the need for awareness and preparedness among healthcare professionals dealing with wildlife-related trauma.
- Further research into standardized management protocols for bear attack injuries is warranted.
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