EPIDEMIOLOGY OF MAXILLOFACIAL FRACTURES AT A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL

ABSTRACT
Introduction: The epidemiology of maxilla-facial fractures varies in different countries and different cultures. Factors
effecting include population concentration, cultural background, lifestyle, and socioeconomic status.
Material and Methods: In this cross sectional observational study, 302 hospitalized patients were evaluated from the
department of maxillofacial surgery at Lady Reading Hospital, Peshawar. The site and cause of fractures and treatment
plans were recorded in a personal computer. Data analysis was performed, using SPSS version 20.
Results: The majority of patients were male (81.78%). Most subjects were within the age range of 20-30 years. Fractures
were mostly caused by road traffic accidents, followed by firearm injuries and blast injuries. The most common
site of involvement was the mandible (angle of mandible). Most common modality of treatment was closed reduction
(66.88%, n=202) followed by open reduction and internal fixation (21.50%, n=65).
Conclusion: Road traffic accidents are the main cause of maxillo-facial injuries. Strict rules of road safety should be
enforced on general population along with general awareness programs.
Key words: Facial injuries, Face fractures, Maxillofacial trauma, Trauma