Retrospective Investigation of Maxillofacial Fractures in Antalya Region

Abstract

Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between fractures and mechanism of injury, age, gender, regional analysis of trauma patterns and to compare these findings with the existing literature in patients with maxillofacial fractures admitted to Antalya Training and Research Hospital. Materials and Methods: For this study, a comprehensive review was conducted on the records of 209 patients diagnosed with maxillofacial fractures at Antalya Training and Research Hospital between 2017 and 2021. The analysis included various facets, such as gender distribution, age demographics, underlying causes of fractures, monthly distribution of fracture incidents, specific sites of fractures, and the classification of fracture types. Results: The study involved 209 patients—142 males and 67 females—ranging in age from 5 to 79 years, with an average age of 33.75 years. The highest fracture incidence occurred in the 21-30 age group. Motor vehicle accidents, falls, and assaults were the primary causes of maxillofacial fractures across all ages. Notably, motor vehicle accidents led to the most hospital admissions, except for the 0-10 age group, where falls took precedence. Among patients aged 0-10, falls were the primary reason for admission; in all other age groups, they ranked second. Monthly analysis revealed subtle fluctuations in fracture incidence. Conclusion: Our study effectively highlights the connection between maxillofacial fractures and several factors as injury mechanisms, age, and gender. Within our diverse society, regional trauma analysis enables the creation of tailored regulations for protective measures that align with our social structure.

Keywords

• maxillofacial fracture
• epidemiology
• trauma

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