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Area of Science:

  • Traumatology
  • Public Health
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • The proliferation of electric scooters (e-scooters) has led to an increase in associated injuries.
  • Facial fractures represent a significant subset of trauma resulting from e-scooter incidents.
  • Understanding the patterns and contributing factors of these fractures is crucial for public safety initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the distribution and patterns of facial fractures resulting from e-scooter trauma.
  • To investigate the impact of e-scooter use on facial fracture incidence.
  • To identify factors associated with e-scooter related facial injuries.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of prospective audit data on facial fractures.
  • Inclusion of patient demographics, mode of injury, and specific facial bones affected.
  • Collection of data on intoxication, helmet use, and soft tissue injury.

Main Results:

  • Out of 849 facial fracture patients, 34 were linked to e-scooter use.
  • Half of injured e-scooter riders were intoxicated; a quarter wore helmets.
  • Zygomaticomaxillary complex fractures were the most prevalent pattern; most patients needed surgery.

Conclusions:

  • A rise in facial fractures correlates with the introduction of shared e-scooter trials.
  • Intoxication and lack of helmet use are significant risk factors.
  • Policy interventions are needed to enforce regulations and mitigate healthcare costs from preventable e-scooter trauma.