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Published on: September 27, 2024
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Prevalence of mandibular fractures
T Saravanan1, B Balaguhan2, A Venkatesh3
1Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Karpagavinayaga Institute of Dental Sciences, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Summary
Mandibular fractures predominantly affect young males, often caused by road traffic accidents. The parasymphysis region is the most frequently injured site in these facial trauma cases.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
- Public Health
Background:
- Mandibular fractures represent a significant portion of facial trauma.
- Understanding demographic and etiological patterns is crucial for prevention and treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the etiology, age, and gender distribution of mandibular fractures.
- To determine the anatomical patterns of these fractures in a specific patient cohort.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 50 patients with mandibular fractures treated between February 2015 and September 2015.
- Statistical analysis using Z and Chi-square tests to evaluate demographic and etiological data.
Main Results:
- The study included 50 patients, with 88% being male and 12% female.
- The mean age of affected individuals was 36 years, with a peak incidence in young adults.
- Road traffic accidents were the primary cause (72%), and the parasymphysis was the most commonly fractured site (13.26%).
Conclusions:
- Mandibular fractures are more common in males, particularly in their third decade of life.
- Road traffic accidents are the leading cause of these fractures.
- The parasymphysis is the most frequently affected anatomical region of the mandible.
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