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  • A retrospective study of 45 patients with isolated mandibular angle fractures (MAF) found a low complication rate of 11.1% and a reoperation rate of 1.8%.
  • Smoking was significantly linked to complications.
  • Overall, the complication rates at the National Maxillofacial Unit are comparable to or better than those reported in other international studies.

Article Abstract

Background: Mandibular angle fractures (MAF) have a recognized complexity of treatment and an increased risk of incurring complications.

Methods: This retrospective study included 45 consecutive patients who were diagnosed with an isolated MAF and no other facial fractures. The average age was 27.3 (SD = 7.7).

Results: A comparatively low rate of complications (11.1%) and a low rate of reoperation (1.8%) are reported, along with a significant role of smoking in complications (p = 0.022). A non-significant association was noted between complications, male gender and assault as an aetiological factor.

Conclusions: Review of the data from this study confirms that complication rates for patients attending the National Maxillofacial Unit are similar to or better than that of international studies. An overview of the aetiology of fracture complications is included.

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