Epidemiologic Trends in Maxillofacial Trauma Surgery in Germany-Insights from the National DRG Database 2005-2022.

Maxillofacial trauma (MFT) caused by falls, interpersonal violence or traffic accidents leading to fractures of different facial regions, including the midface and the mandible, are common clinical conditions requiring open reduction and internal fixation. The aim of this study was to analyze the incidence and time trends in MFT-associated surgeries regarding different facial regions in the German healthcare system over time. Nationwide data regarding the national diagnosis-related group (DRG) inpatient billing system was received from the German Federal Statistical Office for the years 2005-2022.

Cephalometric Screening Assessment for Superior Airway Space Narrowing-Added Value of Three-Dimensional Imaging.

: Assessing the morphology of the superior airway space is a crucial diagnostic step in the treatment planning of patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) or prior to orthognathic surgery. The aim of this study is to evaluate the necessary scope of a two-dimensional cephalometric assessment and the necessity of three-dimensional imaging in the identification of superior airway space narrowing (SASN). : The computed tomography studies of 100 non-obese, non-OSAS patients were evaluated and analyzed retrospectively.

Rising incidence of severe maxillofacial space infections in Germany.

Objectives: Severe maxillofacial space infection (MSI) as an end stage of dentoalveolar diseases or complication of sialadenitis is a potentially life-threatening disease accompanied by complications including airway obstruction, jugular vein thrombosis, descending mediastinitis, sepsis and acute respiratory distress syndrome. The aim of this study was to analyze the incidence and time trends of severe MSI and potentially influencing factors in the German healthcare system over time.

Materials And Methods: Nationwide data regarding the national diagnosis-related-group (DRG) inpatient billing system was received from the German Federal Statistical Office.

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on maxillofacial trauma surgery in Germany - implications from the national DRG database.

Purpose: The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the personal and social lives of millions of people and also impacted the etiological factors of midfacial trauma such as falls, interpersonal violence or traffic accidents. The aim of this study was to analyze the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on maxillofacial trauma surgery in the German healthcare system.

Methods: Nationwide data regarding the national diagnosis-related-group (DRG) inpatient billing system used in all German hospitals was received from the German Federal Statistical Office.

Factors Affecting the Duration of Surgery in the Management of Condylar Head Fractures.

Prolonged operation times should be avoided due to the associated complications and negative effects on the efficiency of the use of operating room resources. Surgical treatment of mandibular condylar head fractures is a well-established routine procedure at our department, nevertheless, we recognized fluctuating operating times. This study aims to pinpoint the influencing factors, in particular the hypothesis whether the efficiency of intraoperative muscle relaxation may decisively affect the duration of surgery.