Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
Facial bone fractures represent a significant concern in trauma care, often resulting from physical assaults, sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents and falls. These injuries can lead to functional and aesthetic complications, necessitating a comprehensive epidemiological study to understand their distribution, causes and outcomes. This study aims to elucidate the epidemiology of facial bone fractures at a Level I Trauma Center, focusing on their prevalence, etiological factors and distribution among different demographic groups. A cross‐sectional study was conducted, including 170 patients with facial bone fractures admitted to a Level I Trauma Center over a 12‐month period. Data were collected retrospectively from patient records, including demographic information, cause of injury, type of facial fractures and treatment provided. Statistical analysis was performed to identify patterns and correlations. Preliminary findings indicate a higher prevalence of facial bone fractures in males compared to females, with the majority of injuries occurring in individuals aged 20‐40 years. Motor vehicle accidents were identified as the leading cause of fractures, followed by physical assaults and falls. The zygomatic bone was the most commonly fractured facial bone. The study highlights the need for targeted prevention strategies to reduce the incidence of facial bone fractures, especially among high‐risk populations. Further research is needed to explore the long‐term outcomes of these injuries and the effectiveness of current treatment protocols.
How to cite this article:
Md. Ayub and Pabbu Yadagiri Goud. The Epidemiology of Facial Bone Fractures: A Cross‐Sectional Study in a Level I Trauma Center.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.6.519.523
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.36478/makrjms.2024.6.519.523