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Maxillofacial trauma patterns and risk factors in 2-wheeler riders: A non-urban South Indian epidemiological study.
Traffic Inj Prev
December 2024
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Kamineni Institute of Dental Sciences, Nalgonda, Telangana, India.
Objective: The prevalent reliance on 2-wheelers as a preferred mode of private transportation in rural and semi-urban regions and the various associated social and material factors put riders at significant risk for road traffic accidents causing maxillofacial trauma. This epidemiological study aims to investigate these factors and their influence on patterns of maxillofacial injuries among 2-wheeler riders in semi-urban and rural areas of South India.
Methods: Data from all cases with maxillofacial injuries over 6 years were collected retrospectively, including demographic characteristics, accident specifics, helmet use, injury patterns, and management.
Managing Low-Velocity Mandibular Gunshot Wounds: An Institutional Review and the "FLOSS" Severity Scoring System.
J Craniofac Surg
December 2024
Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Saint Louis University.
Objective: Management of mandibular ballistic trauma is poorly delineated, given the variable injury complexity. This study examines surgical outcomes and presents a novel scoring system to define and guide the management of low-velocity ballistic mandibular fractures.
Methods: A retrospective chart review was performed from 2015 to 2022 to collect data on patients who suffered ballistic mandibular fractures.
Pattern and Management of Maxillofacial Trauma in Selected Trauma Units Across Africa: A Prospective Pilot Study.
J Maxillofac Oral Surg
December 2024
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Ghana/Korle Bu, Teaching Hospital, P.O. Box KB-20, Accra, Ghana.
Article Synopsis
- - The study examines the epidemiology and management of maxillofacial trauma in Africa, highlighting the social, psychological, and economic impacts of such injuries, particularly due to high rates of road crashes.
- - Conducted over six months in five major hospitals, the study involved 195 patients, primarily middle-aged males, with lacerations being the most common injury; delays in treatment were more prevalent among unemployed individuals.
- - The findings stress the urgent need for improved road safety measures and efforts to address socioeconomic inequalities to enhance timely treatment for maxillofacial injuries in the African region.
Dog bites or knife wounds? A case report of atypical neck injuries.
Forensic Sci Med Pathol
November 2024
Institute of Legal medicine, CHRU TOURS, Trousseau Hospital, Avenue de la république, 37170, Chambray-lès-Tours, France.
Article Synopsis
- A 24-year-old woman suffered fatal injuries from a dog attack, resulting in 21 deep neck wounds and damage to vital structures such as carotid arteries and the larynx.
- Initial forensic findings suggested homicide due to the nature of the injuries, leading to the arrest of a witness.
- A second expert review concluded that the injuries were consistent with dog bites rather than homicide, attributing the cause of death to cerebral anoxia from vascular damage and asphyxia related to the injuries.
Surgical management of a patient with severe and complex maxillofacial injuries caused by a bear mauling in the forest: A case report from Thailand.
JPRAS Open
December 2024
Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkhla University, Songkhla, Thailand.
Article Synopsis
- A 60-year-old Thai man suffered extensive facial and neck injuries after a black bear attack, leading to complex maxillofacial damage, including the loss of facial structures and bones.
- He underwent a series of urgent multi-stage surgeries, including eye removal, tissue coverage, and nutrition support through a feeding tube, followed by nasal reconstruction using advanced techniques.
- The treatment plan successfully restored some functions, allowing him to breathe normally and eat, illustrating the effectiveness of a comprehensive surgical approach for severe injuries.
Radiation Exposure to the Brains of Interventional Radiology Staff: A Phantom Study.
Bioengineering (Basel)
October 2024
Course of Radiological Technology, Health Sciences, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, 2-1 Seiryo, Aoba-ku, Sendai 980-8575, Japan.
Numerous papers report the occurrence of head and neck tumors in interventional radiology (IR) physicians. Recently, appropriate dosimetry and protection have become much more important. To accomplish these, first, we should accurately understand how the brain is exposed.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNasal injuries in amateur male boxers before and after the 2013 rule change by the International Boxing Association removing the protective headgear.
J Craniomaxillofac Surg
October 2024
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY, USA.
Boxing is a popular combat sport in which participants frequently experience head trauma. The neurological impact of boxing has been widely discussed, but the impact on the bone and soft tissue of the head has been less investigated. For this study, a national emergency department database was used to investigate the impact of a 2013 rule change - removing the requirement for amateurs to wear head protection - on the frequency and type of facial injuries sustained by amateur boxers.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFFrom Oversight to Outcome: Addressing the Challenges of Foreign Body Management in Temporal Soft-Tissue Injuries.
Cureus
September 2024
Oral Medicine and Radiology, Meenakshi Ammal Dental College and Hospital, Chennai, IND.
Article Synopsis
- A case report highlights the critical need for comprehensive pre-operative evaluation of soft tissue degloving injuries to avoid complications, as shown in a 55-year-old woman's case after a traffic accident.
- Initially misdiagnosed, she faced worsening symptoms leading to a CT scan that revealed foreign objects necessitating emergency surgery.
- Post-surgery, the removal of these foreign bodies resolved her infection and ensured effective wound healing, reinforcing the importance of thorough assessments and precise surgical techniques in managing facial injuries.
Rare consequences of a single fist punch to the orbital region - a description of two cases.
Arch Med Sadowej Kryminol
October 2024
Faculty of Medicine, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland.
A direct punch with a clenched fist to the face most often results in soft tissue damage, which is usually not serious enough to be considered a severe health impairment. This article presents two cases in which a single punch to the orbital region led to a blowout fracture. The first case resulted in additional displacement of the right lens into the vitreous body, secondary glaucoma and retinal detachment.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEpidemiology of Craniofacial Soft Tissue Injury in a Western Chinese Population.
J Craniofac Surg
October 2024
Department of Plastic Surgery, the Xijing Hospital of Fourth Military Medical University, xi'an, China.
Article Synopsis
- The study analyzed the epidemiological characteristics of 12,816 patients with craniofacial soft tissue injuries over 3 years in plastic surgery emergency departments.
- Findings revealed that the majority of injuries were single-site (94.67%) and predominantly affected males (1.62:1 ratio), with children aged 0-9 being the most affected group.
- Collisions were the leading cause of these injuries, primarily occurring on foreheads, with the highest incidents reported in May and most visits happening during evenings and weekends.
Tracheobronchial injury after blunt thoracic trauma-lessons to learn in diagnosis, treatment, and postoperative care: a case series.
J Thorac Dis
September 2024
Section of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Visceral-, Transplant-, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany.
Background: Tracheobronchial injury (TBI) is the subsuming term to describe rare and mostly traumatic damage to the tracheobronchial tree. Prehospital mortality is significant. TBI patients may face delayed diagnosis, challenging perioperative care, and prolonged recovery.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIncidence of Maxillofacial Injuries in the Emergency Department-Retrospective Study.
J Maxillofac Oral Surg
October 2024
Vydehi Institute of Dental Sciences and Research Centre, Bangalore, Karnataka India.
Article Synopsis
- Maxillofacial injuries are frequently seen in Emergency Departments, prompting a study at Vydehi Institute to assess their occurrence and characteristics over nine years.
- The research, which analyzed medical records of 2831 patients, revealed that 71.49% of injuries were soft tissue, primarily due to road traffic accidents (56.8%), with the forehead being the most common injury site.
- The findings aim to inform better treatment strategies and advocate for public awareness campaigns to lower the incidence of these injuries.*
Scoping review of qualitative data of patient experience and unmet needs following facial trauma.
Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg
November 2024
Maxillofacial Department, Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Arrowe Park Rd, Birkenhead, Wirral CH49 5PE, United Kingdom.
Article Synopsis
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Incidence, Etiology, Demographics, and Treatment of Craniomaxillofacial Trauma.
Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg
October 2024
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Penn State College of Medicine, Hershey, Pennsylvania, USA.
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to analyze changes in craniomaxillofacial trauma incidence, causes, demographics, and treatment across three phases: before, during, and after COVID-19.
- Results showed a significant decrease in facial fractures and soft tissue injuries in 2020 compared to 2019, with a notable reduction in certain types of injuries and operative treatments during the pandemic.
- By 2021, injuries rebounded but remained slightly lower in 2022 compared to pre-pandemic levels, highlighting shifts in injury mechanisms and demographics during and post-pandemic.
Reprojecting the Severely Damaged Nose.
Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am
November 2024
Rush University Medical School, 60 East Delaware Place, Suite 1425, Chicago, IL 60611-1495, USA.
Article Synopsis
- - The panel discussion features 3 experienced surgeons tackling the complexities of reconstructing a severely damaged nose, highlighting the potential challenges involved.
- - Key topics include the management of three crucial components for successful reconstruction: the soft tissue envelope, the support structure, and the internal lining.
- - The surgeons also reflect on the evolution of their techniques and practices over the past few years in response to advancements in the field.
Electrochemotherapy Treatment in a Patient with an Extended Basal Cell Carcinoma of the Face: A Case Report.
J Pers Med
September 2024
Soft-Tissue, Peritoneum and Melanoma Surgical Oncology Unit, Veneto Institute of Oncology (IOV), 35128 Padua, Italy.
Article Synopsis
- Basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) are common skin cancers that can cause local damage but have a low risk of death; traditional treatments include surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy.
- Electrochemotherapy (ECT) is a newer treatment that uses electrical stimulation to enhance drug delivery directly into cancer cells, showing promising results for BCC.
- A case report of a 68-year-old man demonstrated that ECT led to complete recovery and improved quality of life, making it a viable alternative or addition to standard surgical options for BCC treatment.
Lower lip avulsion: Surgery and management using stem cell metabolites preparation in a domestic cat.
Open Vet J
August 2024
Veterinary Professional Education Program, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia.
Article Synopsis
- Lower lip avulsion is a serious injury where the lip separates from the jaw and treatment outcomes depend on the injury's severity.
- A case involving a 1 year and 9 month-old cat required multiple surgeries due to limited tissue and complications like necrosis, delaying healing.
- Combining surgery with stem cell metabolites improved healing and tissue integration in the cat's lower lip.
Utilization of facial fat grafting augmented reality guidance system in facial soft tissue defect reconstruction.
Head Face Med
September 2024
Department of Oral and Craniomaxillofacial Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 639 Zhi-Zao-Ju Road, Shanghai, China.
Article Synopsis
- Surgeons face challenges in restoring facial contours, and this study investigates the use of augmented reality (AR) technology to improve the accuracy of facial soft tissue defect reconstruction.
- The study involved 20 cases assigned to two groups: one using AR guidance for fat grafting, while the other relied on traditional methods; results were evaluated based on accuracy and procedure time.
- The AR-assisted group showed significantly better accuracy (2.09 mm error) and shorter procedure time (25.45 min) compared to the conventional group (3.23 mm error and 37.05 min), highlighting the benefits of AR in craniofacial surgery.
Ear Problems Are Associated With Traumatic Dental Injuries Among Australian-Indigenous-Children.
Dent Traumatol
September 2024
Australia Research Centre of Public Oral Health, Adelaide Dental School, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia.
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the link between ear problems and traumatic dental injuries (TDIs) in Indigenous Australian children through a longitudinal cohort analysis.
- It includes data from two groups of children and reveals that those with ear issues are significantly more likely to experience TDIs, with risks escalating up to 22 times compared to those without ear problems.
- Additionally, factors such as the educational level of mothers/primary caregivers are related to the incidence of TDIs, highlighting socio-economic influences on children's health outcomes.
Evaluating the Prevalence of Nasolacrimal Canal Injury in Midfacial Fractures: A Retrospective CT-Based Study.
Cureus
August 2024
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, SRM Kattankulathur Dental College and Hospital, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, IND.
Article Synopsis
- * This study analyzed 322 CT scans to assess the condition of the nasolacrimal canal in patients with midface fractures, finding that 37.6% of cases involved the nasolacrimal apparatus, especially in zygomaticomaxillary complex fractures.
- * The results indicated various types of canal injuries, with different measurements for the extent of collapse noted across different fracture types, highlighting that the nasolacrimal anatomy is often overlooked in routine evaluations.
Characterizing Physical Intimate Partner Violence-Associated Injuries Among Adults in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Systematic Review.
Violence Vict
September 2024
Institute for Global Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA.
Article Synopsis
- A study found that 42% of women who faced intimate partner violence (IPV) suffered injuries, highlighting the issue of IPV-related injuries in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
- A systematic review analyzed literature from various LMICs, identifying common injury types (soft tissue injuries, fractures, burns) and locations (head, neck, face).
- The findings emphasize the need for healthcare providers to be aware of IPV-related injuries in LMICs, although the study's limitation is that it focused only on English-language literature.
The State of Craniomaxillofacial Trauma Care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Scoping Review.
OTO Open
August 2024
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical School Boston Massachusetts USA.
Article Synopsis
- The scoping review examines craniomaxillofacial (CMF) trauma literature in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) to identify research gaps and inform future studies and policies.
- The study analyzed 54 articles published between 2012 and 2023, ultimately including 13 studies that focused on over 10,000 patients, predominantly male, with road traffic accidents being the most common cause of injury.
- Findings highlight that most patients faced treatment delays due to shortages in medical resources, indicating an urgent need for improved data and targeted research in LMICs to address CMF trauma effectively.*
Article Synopsis
- The use of 3D intraoperative models in surgeries involving foreign bodies in the head and neck helps surgeons assess and verify the size, shape, and quantity of these bodies for effective removal and wound revision.
- The case study highlights a 34-year-old woman who had multiple foreign bodies, specifically dental enamel, lodged in her neck tissues following an injury, illustrating the complexity of such surgical scenarios.
- 3D printed models of the foreign bodies were utilized during the surgery, allowing surgeons to compare them directly with the actual foreign bodies removed, ensuring greater surgical accuracy and reducing the risk of complications.
Surgical correction of facial bone deformity and enophthalmos after tripod fracture using an acellular dermal matrix: a case report.
Arch Craniofac Surg
October 2024
Department of Plastic Reconstructive Surgery, Chosun University College of Medicine, Gwangju, Korea.
Article Synopsis
- - The paper discusses using a new method for fixing zygomatic malposition and orbital floor fractures with hydrated acellular dermal matrix (ADM) after traditional implants failed for a 27-year-old woman with ongoing facial issues from trauma.
- - The surgery used ADM for volume correction and structural support, successfully addressing problems like enophthalmos, facial contour depression, and restoring the patient’s facial symmetry and eye functionality.
- - Results showed that this ADM method is a reliable alternative to standard bone grafts and implants, paving the way for its broader use in complex facial reconstructive surgery after trauma.
Article Synopsis
- Facial jewelry and medical devices can create artifacts in radiographic images, complicating diagnosis.
- This article discusses a unique radiographic anomaly caused by an oral piercing below the lower lip, which resembled dental issues.
- The radiolucency was linked to a large opening from using soft tissue expanders, prompting clinicians to consider soft tissue defects in unusual radiographic findings.