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Maxillofacial fractures are a significant healthcare issue in India, often caused by road traffic accidents (RTAs). Mandibular fractures are most common, but these injuries are manageable with few complications.

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  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Orofacial injuries are a growing medico-legal concern, frequently linked to road traffic accidents, assaults, and violence.
  • Documenting maxillofacial trauma and fracture data in India is crucial for understanding this emerging healthcare problem.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To document data on maxillofacial trauma and fractures among Indian patients.
  • To identify the common etiologies, fracture sites, and associated injuries in maxillofacial trauma.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 150 subjects aged 15-60 with maxillofacial fractures.
  • Data collected included demographics, medical history, radiographs, etiology, fracture sites, intubation type, and postoperative complications.
  • Analysis of maxillary and mandibular fracture patterns, including Lefort and Zygomaticomaxillary Complex (ZMC) fractures.

Main Results:

  • Zygomaticomaxillary Complex (ZMC) fractures were most prevalent (66%), followed by mandibular fractures.
  • The most common sites for mandibular fractures were the para-symphysis (30%) and condylar regions (28.66%).
  • Road traffic accidents (RTAs) were the leading cause of maxillofacial trauma, particularly in young males, often with associated injuries.

Conclusions:

  • Maxillofacial trauma has a high incidence in India, with RTAs being the primary cause.
  • Mandibular fractures are the most common type observed.
  • Effective management strategies lead to favorable outcomes with minimal postoperative complications.