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Retrospective Analysis of 162 Mandibular Fractures: An Institutional Experience
Bhuvaneshwari Srinivasan1, Ramdas Balakrishna1, H Sudarshan1
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, K.L.E Society's Institute of Dental Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery
|July 12, 2019
Summary
This study analyzed 162 mandibular fractures in 94 patients, finding road traffic accidents (RTAs) and self-falls as common causes. Understanding fracture patterns and treatments is crucial for surgical guidance.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
- Anatomy
Background:
- Mandibular fractures are common facial injuries.
- Understanding their epidemiology and patterns is essential for effective treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the age, gender, side, site, etiology, and common patterns of mandibular fractures.
- To analyze treatment modalities and outcomes for these fractures.
Main Methods:
- Systematic retrospective review of 94 patients with 162 mandibular fractures.
- Analysis of demographic data, fracture etiology, location, and treatment methods.
Main Results:
- Road traffic accidents (62.76%) and self-falls (18.08%) were the leading causes.
- The most common fracture sites were parasymphysis (64) and angle (43).
- Bilateral fractures (54%) were more frequent than unilateral (46%), with the left side most affected (58%).
Conclusions:
- Epidemiological data on mandibular fractures aids in understanding biomechanics.
- Analyzing treatment efficacy is vital for guiding surgical decision-making.
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