The prevalence of associated injuries with isolated and multiple maxillofacial fractures

Dr. Sushma K N; Dr. Akhilesh Chandra; Dr. Santosh Kumar; Dr. Praveen Kumar; Dr. Mayur Kahate; Dr. Pankaj Rao

Volume : VIII, Issue : VI, June - 2019

The prevalence of associated injuries with isolated and multiple maxillofacial fractures

Dr. Sushma K N, Dr. Akhilesh Chandra, Dr. Santosh Kumar, Dr. Praveen Kumar, Dr. Mayur Kahate, Dr. Pankaj Rao

Abstract :

Facial trauma, also called maxillofacial trauma, is any physical trauma to the face. Symptoms of such trauma are specific to the type of injury; for example, fractures may involve pain, swelling, loss of function, or changes in the shape of facial structures. Associated fractures, a very important point, if neglected may lead to serious complications even proving fatal. When in doubt get a consultation and additional radiographs and then proceed with the treatment protocol. The objective of this study was to determine the presence of associated injuries in cases of maxillofacial trauma.