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2. Lessons Learned From Ventilated and Proned Patients With COVID-19: A Multisite Retrospective Study to Identify Predictive Factors for Facial Pressure Injuries.
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Hlebichuk, Jeanne, Buck, Elissa, Brooker, Angeline L., Mackenzie, Julie K., Cleary, Meagan Bayless, Singh, Maharaj, and Hook, Mary
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ADULT respiratory distress syndrome treatment , *FACIAL injuries , *RISK assessment , *PATIENTS , *CRITICALLY ill , *AFRICAN Americans , *STATISTICAL hypothesis testing , *LYING down position , *LOGISTIC regression analysis , *RETROSPECTIVE studies , *TREATMENT duration , *HEAD , *CHI-squared test , *DESCRIPTIVE statistics , *LONGITUDINAL method , *ARTIFICIAL respiration , *INTENSIVE care units , *MEDICAL records , *ACQUISITION of data , *RESEARCH , *ELECTRONIC health records , *LENGTH of stay in hospitals , *DATA analysis software , *COVID-19 , *PRESSURE ulcers , *MECHANICAL ventilators , *DISEASE incidence , *PROPORTIONAL hazards models , *TRANSPORTATION of patients , *DISEASE risk factors - Abstract
Background: Many patients critically ill with COVID-19 develop acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) necessitating mechanical ventilation and proning. Although proning is lifesaving, it has been linked to the occurrence of facial pressure injuries (PIs). Objectives: To evaluate the incidence and use of prevention strategies and identify predictors of facial PIs in patients who received ventilator and proning treatments in COVID-designated intensive care units at 2 large quaternary medical centers in the Midwest. Method: This was a retrospective cohort study using data extracted from an electronic health record between October 2020 and February 2022. Demographics, clinical and care variables, and PI outcomes were analyzed to identify predictors of PI using logistic and Cox regression. Results: The cohort (N = 150) included patients from 2 units, unit a (n = 97) and unit b (n = 53) with a mean age of 60 years, with 68% identifying as male. Patients were vented for an average of 18 (SD, 16.2) days and proned for an average of 3 (SD, 2.5) days. Many (71%) died. Over half (56%) developed facial PI with a proning-exposure-adjusted incidence rate of 18.5%. Patients with PI were significantly different in several factors. Logistic regression showed predictors of PIs were duration of mechanical ventilation (in days; P = .02) and head turned (P = .01). Cox regression also identified head turn as predictive (P < .01), with Black/African American race as protective (P = .03) Discussion: Critically ill patients with COVID-19 receiving ventilator and proning therapy developed facial PIs despite the use of recommended prevention practices. Further research on effective PI prevention strategies is needed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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3. An Augmented Reality Model for Evaluating Traumatic Craniofacial Fractures.
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Lee, Solomon, Panchal, Niel, Hoffman, William, Pomerantz, Jason, Laguna, Benjamin, and Courtier, Jesse
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AUGMENTED reality ,FACIAL injuries ,COGNITIVE load ,SENSITIVITY & specificity (Statistics) ,PERIOPERATIVE care - Abstract
Background: Accurate diagnosis and spatial characterization of craniofacial fractures is critical for treatment planning and precise fracture reduction. Since augmented reality (AR) has potential for better diagnostic evaluation than traditional three-dimensional (3D) reformats, we tested whether our accessible mobile-based AR model improves diagnostic accuracy, spatial understanding, and decreases task cognitive load when clinicians evaluate facial fractures. Methods: Clinicians (n = 30) in specialties managing craniofacial trauma assessed a database of mandibular and maxillofacial complex fractures of varying severity using computed-tomography slices supplemented with either traditional 3D reformats (control) or the AR model (experimental), completed diagnostic and spatial characterization tasks, and were evaluated quantitatively and qualitatively on diagnostic accuracy, task cognitive load, and weighted preference for the traditional versus AR model. Results: Most clinicians (83%) preferred the AR model overall. Control and experimental groups had equivalent diagnostic sensitivity and specificity. Less experienced clinicians found the AR model required less effort, was less frustrating, and was preferred for fracture displacement characterization. The AR model had no significant impact on more experienced clinicians. All clinicians found the AR model allowed more intuitive manipulation of the 3D object. Those with less experience preferred the AR model over traditional imaging for diagnostic and educational purposes, whereas more experienced clinicians found that the AR model did not significantly alter their established approach to fracture evaluation. Conclusions: Our mobile-based AR model may be preferable to traditional 3D formats for spatial assessment tasks and decreasing task cognitive load, most notably for less experienced clinicians for whom perioperative practices are less established. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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4. Rethinking Oncologic Facial Nerve Reconstruction in the Acute Phase Through Classification of the Level of Injury.
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Winter, Jessica M., Dimovska, Eleonora O.F., Tzou, Chieh-Han John, and Rodriguez-Lorenzo, Andres
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FACIAL nerve , *FACIAL injuries , *NERVOUS system injuries , *CANCER patients , *WOUNDS & injuries , *FACIAL paralysis , *FACIAL nerve diseases - Abstract
Early facial nerve reconstruction should be offered in every patient with oncological resections of the facial nerve due to the debilitating functional and psychosocial consequences of facial nerve palsy. Oncologic pathology or oncologic resection accounts for the second most common cause of facial nerve palsy. In the case of these acute injuries, selecting an adequate method for reconstruction to optimize functional and psychosocial well-being is paramount. Authors advocate consideration of the level of injury as a framework for approaching the viable options of reconstruction systematically. Authors breakdown oncologic injuries to the facial nerve in three levels in relation to their nerve reconstruction methods and strategies: Level I (intracranial to intratemporal), Level II (intratemporal to extratemporal and intraparotid), and Level III (extratemporal and extraparotid). Clinical features, common clinical scenarios, donor nerves available, recipient nerve, and reconstruction priorities will be present at each level. Additionally, examples of clinical cases will be shared to illustrate the utility of framing acute facial nerve injuries within injury levels. Selecting donor nerves is critical in successful facial nerve reconstruction in oncological patients. Usually, a combination of facial and nonfacial donor nerves (hybrid) is necessary to achieve maximal reinnervation of the mimetic muscles. Our proposed classification of three levels of facial nerve injuries provides a selection guide, which prioritizes methods for function nerve reconstruction in relation of the injury level in oncologic patients while prioritizing functional outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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5. Predictive risk factors of adverse mental health outcomes in the facial trauma patient.
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Ubhi, H., Ferro, A., Ebelthite, C., and Fan, K.
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POST-traumatic stress disorder ,MENTAL health ,FACIAL injuries ,FACIAL expression ,ANXIETY disorders ,MEDICAL screening - Abstract
Patients with facial trauma often experience a psychological burden from their injuries. This study aimed to identify risk factors for adverse mental health outcomes in patients affected by facial trauma, using the 'Integrating Mental and Physical Healthcare: Research, Training and Services' (IMPARTS) screening tool. All patients >18 years of age who completed more than one IMPARTS screening tool in the Oral and Maxillofacial Trauma Clinic between 2019 and 2021 were included in this study. This tool was used to assess the risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), generalized anxiety disorder, and depression. Included patients completed the IMPARTS questionnaire at initial follow-up (mean 18 days post-trauma) and one subsequent time point (mean 82 days). 167 patients were included in the study. On multivariable analysis, a history of psychiatric illness (P = 0.015) and interpersonal violence as the mechanism of injury (P = 0.010) were identified as predictive of risk of PTSD. Risk of PTSD was lower in zygomatic injuries (P = 0.001), while nasal involvement increased at-risk status for depression (P = 0.009). 47.3% of patients screened positive on initial IMPARTS assessment, while 35.3% screened positive on follow-up IMPARTS assessment. This study supports the IMPARTS tool in allowing the prompt identification of mental health adversity in facial trauma. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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6. Epidemiology of Oral and Maxillofacial Traumatic Injuries Among the Patients Reporting to the Dental Institute of Western Maharashtra Region, India.
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Shinde, Swapnil U., Khairnar, Mahesh R., Jambhekar, Samidha, Patil, Pranav, Oza, Kunal Keshaw, Raikar, Anita, and Tathe, Rameshwar
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Objective: To analyze the distribution, etiology, and patterns of oral and maxillofacial trauma among the subjects reporting to a dental institute in the Western Maharashtra region of India. Methods: This retrospective study was conducted by manually collecting data from the medical records of subjects who reported to the dental institute with a history of trauma from 1st January 2018 to 31st December 2022. All the injured subjects with complete clinical and radiographical records of maxillofacial injuries were included. The demographic data, etiology & site of trauma, and associated injuries were analyzed. Data were tabulated into four age groups (< 20 years, 21–40 years, 41–60 years, and > 60 years). Five etiological factors, i.e. road traffic accidents (RTA), stumble & falls, violence, animal attack, and strike by an object, were further evaluated based on age and gender. Maxillofacial injuries were classified into seven types: maxillary fractures (subcategorized), mandibular fractures (subcategorized), zygomaticomaxillary complex (ZMC) fractures, nasal, frontal, orbital, and naso-orbito-ethmoidal fractures. Data were tabulated and analyzed. Results: A total of 437 subjects were included, consisting of 84.2% males and 15.8% females, with the highest incidence of trauma between 21–40 years. Road traffic accident was the main reason for maxillofacial injuries (50.3%), followed by falls (26.5%), and violence (19.9%). ZMC fractures accounted for 55.4% (242 fractures), followed by mandibular fractures (42.3%). Conclusion: RTA is the main factor responsible for maxillofacial injuries in this part of Maharashtra among subjects of both genders. Education and motivation regarding road safety measures are the two factors that need to be focused on to reduce the incidence of maxillofacial injuries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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7. Are bodybuilding and cross‐training practices dangerous for promoting orofacial injuries? A scoping review.
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Bessa, Mariana Silva, Jácome, Erik Vinícius Martins, Tanus, Caio Resdem Barroca, Torres, Ana Clara Soares Paiva, and Borges, Boniek Castillo Dutra
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FACIAL injuries , *BODYBUILDING , *TEMPOROMANDIBULAR disorders , *TEMPOROMANDIBULAR joint , *HIGH-intensity interval training , *WOUNDS & injuries - Abstract
Bodybuilding and cross‐training exercises bring health benefits. However, orofacial injuries can occur during practice. This study aimed to map, analyze, interpret, and synthesize data from studies on the main orofacial injuries resulting from bodybuilding and cross‐training practices. This scoping review followed the Joanna Briggs Institute and PRISMA‐ScR methods, with high‐sensitivity searches in PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, ScienceDirect, Embase, Virtual Health Library and the Google Scholar. Original scientific articles published up to May 2024 were included, which evaluated the presence of self‐reported or professionally diagnosed orofacial injuries by bodybuilding and cross‐training practitioners aged 18 years or older. Literature reviews, editorials, and guidelines were excluded. Tables and figures were used to map and summarize the results. Out of 30.485 potentially eligible articles, four were included. The main orofacial injuries identified in both bodybuilding and cross‐training practitioners were dental damage (n = 4), temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders (n = 3), and traumas to oral soft tissues (n = 2) and facial soft tissues (n = 2). Dental damage and TMJ disorders were the most prevalent conditions among bodybuilding and cross‐training practitioners. Therefore, dental damage and TMJ disorders were the most prevalent conditions among bodybuilding and cross‐training practitioners. However, further prospective studies with more in‐depth methodological designs and fewer biases are necessary. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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8. Epidemiology of maxillofacial trauma in elderly patients receiving oral anticoagulant or antithrombotic medication; a Swiss retrospective study.
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Bettschen, David, Tsichlaki, Dimitra, Chatzimichail, Eleftherios, Klukowska-Rötzler, Jolanta, Müller, Martin, Sauter, Thomas C., Exadaktylos, Aristomenis K., Ziaka, Mairi, Doulberis, Michael, and Burkhard, John-Patrik
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OLDER patients , *FACIAL injuries , *EYE-socket fractures , *HELMETS , *MANDIBULAR fractures , *ORAL medication , *DRUGS , *CEREBRAL hemorrhage - Abstract
Background: The percentage of elderly trauma patients under anticoagulation and antiplatelet agents has been rising lately. As newer agents are introduced, each comes with its own advantages and precautions. Our study covered elderly patients admitted to the ED with maxillofacial trauma while on anticoagulation (AC) or antiplatelet therapy (APT). We aimed to investigate the demographic characteristics, causes, and types of maxillofacial trauma, along with concomitant injuries, duration of hospitalisation, haemorrhagic complications, and the overall costs of care in the emergency department (ED). Methods: Data were gathered from the ED of Bern University Hospital. In this retrospective analysis, patients over 65 of age were included, who presented at our ED with maxillofacial trauma between 2013 and 2019 while undergoing treatment with therapeutic AC/APT. Results: The study involved 188 patients with a median age of 81 years (IQR: 81 [74; 87]), of whom 55.3% (n=104) were male. More than half (54.8%, n=103) were aged 80 years or older. Cardiovascular diseases were present in 69.7% (n=131) of the patients, with the most common indications for AC/APT use being previous thromboembolic events (41.5%, n=78) and atrial fibrillation (25.5%, n=48). The predominant cause of facial injury was falls, accounting for 83.5% (n=157) of cases, followed by bicycle accidents (6.9%, n=13) and road-traffic accidents (5.3%, n=10). The most common primary injuries were fractures of the orbital floor and/or medial/lateral wall (60.1%, n=113), zygomatic bone (30.3%, n=57), followed by isolated orbital floor fractures (23.4%, n=44) and nasal bone fractures (19.1%, n=36). Fractures of the mandible occurred in 14.9% (n=28). Facial hematomas occurred in 68.6% of patients (129 cases), primarily in the midface area. Relevant facial bleeding complications were intracerebral haemorrhage being the most frequent (28.2%, n=53), followed by epistaxis (12.2%, n=23) and retrobulbar/intraorbital hematoma (9%, n=17). Sixteen patients (8.5%) experienced heavy bleeding that required emergency treatment. The in-hospital mortality rate was 2.1% (4 cases). Conclusions: This study indicates that falls are the leading cause of maxillofacial trauma in the elderly, with the most common diagnoses being orbital, zygomatic, and nasal fractures. Haemorrhagic complications primarily involve facial hematomas, especially in the middle third of the face, with intracerebral haemorrhage being the second most frequent. Surgical intervention for bleeding was required in 8.5% of cases. Given the aging population, it is essential to improve prevention strategies and update safety protocols, particularly for patients on anticoagulant/antiplatelet therapy (AC/APT). This can ensure rapid diagnostic imaging and prompt treatment in emergencies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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9. Absorbable versus Nonabsorbable Sutures for Facial Skin Closure: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Clinical and Aesthetic Outcomes.
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Malhotra, Kashish, Bondje, Sophie, Sklavounos, Alexandros, Mortada, Hatan, and Khajuria, Ankur
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SUTURES , *SUTURING , *FACIAL injuries , *TREATMENT effectiveness , *VISUAL analog scale - Abstract
When repairing facial wounds, it is crucial to possess a thorough understanding of suitable suture materials and their evidence base. The absence of high-quality and comprehensive systematic reviews poses challenges in making informed decisions. In this study, we conducted a review of the existing literature and assessed the quality of the current evidence pertaining to the clinical, aesthetic, and patient-reported outcomes associated with absorbable and nonabsorbable sutures for facial skin closure. The study was registered on Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews. We conducted searches on Embase, Ovid, and PubMed/MEDLINE databases. Only randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were eligible for inclusion in this study. Additionally, the risk of bias in the randomized studies was assessed using Cochrane's Risk of Bias Tool. The study included a total of nine RCTs involving 804 participants with facial injuries. Among these injuries, absorbable sutures were utilized in 50.2% (403 injuries), while nonabsorbable sutures were employed in 49.8% (401 injuries). The analysis of cosmesis scales revealed no statistically significant difference between absorbable and nonabsorbable sutures regarding infections (p = 0.72), visual analog scale (p = 0.69), wound dehiscence (p = 0.08), and scarring (p = 0.46). The quality of the included studies was determined to have a low risk of bias. Absorbable sutures can be considered a suitable alternative to nonabsorbable sutures, as they demonstrate comparable aesthetic and clinical outcomes. Future high-quality studies with a level I evidence design and cost-effectiveness analysis are necessary to enhance clinician–patient shared decision-making and optimize the selection of suture materials. Level of evidence is I, risk/prognostic study. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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10. Injuries in Fatalities of Dismounted Blast: Identification of Four Mechanisms of Head and Spine Injury.
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Ashworth, Emily, Baxter, David, Gibb, Colonel Iain, Wilson, Mark, and Bull, Anthony M. J.
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HEAD injuries , *PENETRATING wounds , *SPINAL injuries , *FACIAL injuries , *BLAST injuries - Abstract
Blast is the most common injury mechanism in conflicts of this century due to the widespread use of explosives, confirmed by recent conflicts such as in Ukraine. Data from conflicts in the last century such as Northern Ireland, the Falklands, and Vietnam up to the present day show that between 16% and 21% of personnel suffered a traumatic brain injury. Typical features of fatal brain injury to those outside of a vehicle (hereafter referred to as dismounted) due to blast include the presence of hemorrhagic brain injury alongside skull fractures rather than isolated penetrating injuries more typical of traditional ballistic head injuries. The heterogeneity of dismounted blast has meant that analysis from databases is limited and therefore a detailed look at the radiological aspects of injury is needed to understand the mechanism and pathology of dismounted blast brain injury. The aim of this study was to identify the head and spinal injuries in fatalities due to dismounted blast. All UK military fatalities from dismounted blast who suffered a head injury from 2007–2013 in the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts were identified retrospectively. Postmortem computerized tomography images (CTPMs) were interrogated for injuries to the head, neck, and spine. All injuries were documented and classified using a radiology brain injury classification (BIC) tool. Chi-squared (χ2) and Fisher's exact tests were used to investigate correlations between injuries, along with odds ratios for determining the direction of correlation. The correlations were clustered. There were 71 fatalities from dismounted blast with an associated head injury with a CTPM or initial CT available for analysis. The results showed the heterogeneity of injury from dismounted blast but also some potential identifiable injury constellations. These were: intracranial haemorrhage, intracranial deep haemorrhage, spinal injury, and facial injury. These identified injury patterns can now be investigated to consider injury mechanisms and so develop mitigation strategies or clinical treatments. Level of Evidence: Observational. Study type: cohort observational. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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11. The Impact of a Pandemic on a Military Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Biopsy Service.
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Miller, Trevor E, Dickens, Noel E, Rehmel, Matthew R, Jones, Bradley E, Hamlin, Nicholas J, and Robbins, Quinn C
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COVID-19 pandemic , *COVID-19 , *HUMAN papillomavirus , *SOCIETAL reaction , *BIOPSY , *FACIAL injuries - Abstract
Introduction Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and the resulting societal reaction presented new challenges to the medical community by limiting patient access to care in 2020 and 2021. The Navy Postgraduate Dental School (NPDS) oral and maxillofacial pathology biopsy service is dependent on in-office physician or dentist appointments and patient biopsies. The purpose of this study was to understand the regulatory and societal impacts of COVID-19 restrictions on biopsy service submissions by assessing NPDS biopsy submission quantities and disease distribution. Materials and Methods All NPDS oral and maxillofacial pathology biopsy submissions from calendar years 2015 to 2016 and 2019 to 2021 were evaluated, and patient demographics and biopsy diagnoses were recorded in a biopsy registry. Data collected included age, sex, biopsy site, and diagnosis. Data from 2015, 2016, and 2019 were defined as pre-COVID and 2020 and 2021 as COVID. Biopsy reports for each year were organized in quarters. Diagnoses were categorized as malignant, pre-malignant, or benign. Categorical and continuous data were evaluated and presented as counts with percentages and means or medians with standard deviations, respectively. Significant differences in proportions or means were assessed using chi-square analysis or Student t -test, respectively. Cases were aggregated by quarter and year and assessed for temporal trends using linear regression analysis. Results The study evaluated 9,351 biopsy submission reports. The annual pre-COVID count mean (± standard deviation) and yearly counts for 2020 and 2021 were 2,063 ± 33.3, 1,421, and 1,742, respectively. The mean (± standard deviation) percentage of diagnoses classified as malignant from pre-COVID, 2020, and 2021 were 2.46 ± 0.005%, 3.59%, and 3.04%, respectively. Case counts and representation as a percentage of all biopsy diagnoses for Human Papillomavirus (HPV)-associated squamous cell carcinoma increased significantly during COVID compared to pre-COVID years (P < .05). Conclusions Overall, preventative COVID-19 health measures and protocols resulted in a reduction in biopsy submission frequency, particularly during the second quarter (April to June) of 2020. However, case counts for malignant biopsies remained consistent between pre-COVID and COVID time intervals, suggesting that the identification and analysis of cases requiring follow-on care were unaffected by COVID-19 protocols. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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12. Clinicopathological features of myofibromas and myofibromatosis affecting the oral and maxillofacial region: A systematic review.
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Silveira, Felipe Martins, Kirschnick, Laura Borges, Só, Bruna Barcelos, Schuch, Lauren Frenzel, Pereira Prado, Vanesa, Sicco, Estefania, Lima, Rafael Rodrigues, Bologna‐Molina, Ronell Eduardo, Mosqueda‐Taylor, Adalberto, Vasconcelos, Ana Carolina Uchoa, and Martins, Manoela Domingues
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BENIGN tumors , *CLINICAL pathology , *GREY literature , *SMOOTH muscle , *ELECTRONIC information resource searching , *FACIAL injuries , *MANDIBULAR fractures - Abstract
Background: Myofibromas are rare benign neoplasms composed of myoid cells and myofibroblasts. This study aimed to systematically review case reports and a series of myofibromas (MF) and myofibromatosis (MFT) occurring in the oral and maxillofacial regions in order to describe their main clinicopathological features. Methods: This systematic review was conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses guidelines. Electronic searches were conducted in 2023 in four databases: MEDLINE/PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and EMBASE. A manual search and a search in the grey literature were also conducted. The lesions were classified as MF or MFT according to their original report. Results: A total of 169 cases were included in this systematic review. Men were slightly more affected, with a painless nodule. When occurring in soft tissue, MF usually developed in the gingiva (mean age:29.23 ± 21.93 years) and when it was intra‐osseous, it occurred more frequently in the posterior mandible (mean age:14.33 ± 15.62 years). MFT occurred mainly in the mandible and was predominantly described as well‐circumscribed masses of spindle cells organized in fascicles with a prominent vascular activity in a hemangiopericytoma‐like pattern. The lesions were mainly positive for smooth muscle actin and vimentin immunomarkers. Surgical excision was the treatment of choice in the majority of cases and recurrence was observed in only three cases. Conclusion: MF and MFT affect more men, with an indolent clinical course. Intra‐osseous tumors and MFT seem to occur more frequently in younger individuals. These lesions seem to have a good prognosis and low recurrence. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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13. Rehabilitation Surgery for Peripheral Facial Nerve Injury after Facial Trauma.
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Lam, An Quang, Tran, Thuy Phan Chung, Tran, Duong Van, Tran, Hiep Xuan, Fox, Albert J., and Tran, Luan Viet
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NERVE grafting , *PERIPHERAL nerve injuries , *FACIAL injuries , *FACIAL paralysis , *TRANSPLANTATION of organs, tissues, etc. ,FACIAL nerve surgery - Abstract
Introduction Facial trauma can cause damage to the facial nerve, which can have negative effects on function, aesthetics, and quality of life if left untreated. Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of peripheral facial nerve direct end-to-end anastomosis and/or nerve grafting surgery for patients with facial nerve injury after facial trauma. Methods Fifty-nine patients with peripheral facial nerve paralysis after facial injuries underwent facial nerve rehabilitation surgery from November 2017 to December 2021 at Ho Chi Minh City National Hospital of Odontology. Results All 59 cases of facial trauma with damage to the peripheral facial nerve underwent facial nerve reconstruction surgery within 8 weeks of the injury. Of these cases, 25/59 (42.3%) had end-to-end anastomosis, 22/59 (37.3%) had nerve grafting, and 12/59 (20.4%) had a combination of nerve grafting and end-to-end anastomosis. After surgery, the rates of moderate and good recovery were 78.4% and 11.8%, respectively. All facial paralysis measurements showed statistically significant improvement after surgery, including the Facial Nerve Grading Scale 2.0 (FNGS 2.0) score, the Facial Clinimetric Evaluation (FaCE) scale, and electroneurography. The rate of synkinesis after surgery was 34%. Patient follow-up postoperatively ranged from 6 to > 36 months; 51 out of 59 patients (86.4%) were followed-up for at least 12 months or longer. Conclusion Nerve rehabilitation surgery including direct end-to-end anastomosis and nerve grafting is effective in cases of peripheral facial nerve injury following facial trauma. The surgery helps restore nerve conduction and improve facial paralysis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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14. A Pediatric Level III Trauma Center Experience With Dog Bite Injuries.
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Mattice, Taylor, Schnaith, Abigail, Ortega, Henry W., Segura, Bradley, Kaila, Rahul, Amoni, Iluonose, Shanley, Ryan, and Louie, Jeffrey P.
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WOUNDS & injuries , *RABIES vaccines , *FACIAL injuries , *RESEARCH funding , *BITES & stings , *HOSPITAL emergency services , *RETROSPECTIVE studies , *PEDIATRICS , *TRAUMA centers , *EPIDEMIOLOGY , *COMPARATIVE studies , *VACCINATION status - Abstract
Dog bite injuries often present to Emergency Departments (ED), and between 2001 and 2003, approximately 4.5 million adults and children were injured. Injuries may range from puncture wounds to deep tissue lacerations or avulsions. Deaths have been described. Our objective was to describe dog bite injuries, the overall location of injuries, and need for vaccination among children who presented to a Pediatric ED designated as a level III trauma center with a robust facial surgical infrastructure. This was a 6-year retrospective study. Charts were identified by International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10) codes for lacerations or injuries secondary to animal bites and accessing the hospital's trauma database. Variables abstracted were age, sex, type of injury, location, need for antibiotics, immunization states and requirement of tetanus or rabies vaccine, disposition from ED to the operating room, home, or any in-patient unit. We excluded children older than 17 years of age and children who had a post-bite injury infection or injury not initially managed in our facility or medical system. The final cohort consisted of 152 children. The median age was 52 months and age ranged from 2 to 215 months. Children with a single bite injury were older when compared with those with numerous injuries, 81 and 62 months of age, respectively. Among young children, 75% of injuries occurred above the neck and 15.1% were managed in the operating room. Twenty-four percent of children required either a tetanus or rabies vaccination. Most dog bite injuries occurred to facial structures. Comprehensive care of dog victims included awareness of both dog and injured child vaccination status. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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15. Ultrasonography in the Diagnosis of Nasal Fractures
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Grzegorz Śmigielski, Principal Investigator
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16. Primary sinonasal chondroid chordoma in a pediatric patient: a diagnostic challenge.
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Mann, Prachi, Arya, Ayush, Disawal, Amit, and Anand, Aarti
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MORTALITY prevention ,FACIAL injuries ,TUMORS in children ,DIFFERENTIAL diagnosis ,RADIOTHERAPY ,COMPUTED tomography ,RARE diseases ,RESPIRATORY obstructions ,MAGNETIC resonance imaging ,CYTOCHEMISTRY ,NOSE ,IMMUNOHISTOCHEMISTRY ,SNORING ,RHABDOMYOSARCOMA ,NASOPHARYNX cancer ,DISEASE relapse ,GERM cell tumors - Abstract
Background: Chordomas are rare, malignant tumors typically centered in midline structures such as the clivus and sacrum, with peak prevalence in the fourth decade. Clival chordomas may secondarily extend to involve the nasopharynx and nasal cavity; however, primary extra-osseous chordomas are even more uncommon. We present an unusual case of a primary sinonasal chondroid chordoma arising from the maxillary sinus in a 5-year-old child. This is the second case of primary sinonasal chordoma reported in the literature so far, after Tao ZZ et al. and the first case of the chondroid variant. Case presentation: A 5-year-old male presented with right-sided nasal obstruction, nasal congestion, and snoring for 2 months. Physical examination showed a reddish polypoidal mass in the right nasal cavity obstructing the choana with nasal septal deviation toward left side. Radiological examination with CT confirmed the presence of a well-defined, heterogeneously hyperdense lobulated mass in right maxillary sinus extending into right nasal cavity with intralesional coarse calcifications. MRI revealed expansile solid altered signal intensity mass, which appears to be isointense on T1-weighted imaging (T1WI) and heterogeneously hyperintense on T2-weighted imaging (T2WI) with a heterogeneous honeycomb pattern of enhancement. Differentials considered were rhabdomyosarcoma, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, and neuroblastoma metastasis. However, the lesion was pathologically proven as a chondroid chordoma. No association with skull base or clival lesion was found on review. Conclusions: Primary sinonasal chordomas are rare in occurrence but should be considered a differential for sinonasal masses in the presence of characteristic MRI features, despite their uncommon location. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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17. Facial Acne Management and Sebum Reduction via Botulinum Toxin Type a Treatment: A Review.
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Maden, Serap
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BOTULINUM toxin , *BOTULINUM A toxins , *SEBUM , *ACNE , *LITERATURE reviews , *FACIAL injuries - Abstract
Context: Acne is a common skin condition characterized by chronic inflammation of the pilosebaceous unit. Increased sebum production is a key component of acne pathogenesis. Various therapies are available for acne, including topical, systemic, and physical treatments. Botulinum toxin is increasingly used in facial cosmetic procedures. Observations suggest that botulinum toxin type A (BoNT-A) may reduce sebum levels in the face. This finding could potentially lead to the development of a new treatment for oily skin and acne. Evidence Acquisition: A retrospective literature review was conducted by searching the PubMed, Web of Science, EMBASE, and SCOPUS databases using keywords such as "acne," "acne treatment," "oily skin," and "botulinum toxin type A." The review focused on studies that assessed the impact of BoNT-A on patients with acne vulgaris and oily skin, as well as studies that measured skin sebum levels and pore size following BoNT-A application. Results: Nine studies were reviewed. Of these, two evaluated the effects of BoNT-A on 30 and 35 patients with acne vulgaris. Four studies assessed sebum reduction in 20, 50, 42, and 20 patients. Three studies evaluated both sebum reduction and pore size tightening in 10, 25, and 20 patients. Eight studies demonstrated that the application of BoNT-A has a positive effect on patients with acne and reduces sebum production in facial skin. Only one study, which evaluated both sebum reduction and pore size tightening, found no significant effect. Overall, the studies indicate that BoNT-A application can positively impact acne and reduce facial sebum production. Specifically, intradermal application of BoNT-A at low dosages can help reduce acne, sebum production, and tighten pores. Conclusions: BoNT-A shows promise as a treatment for acne and oily skin. While cost-effectiveness may be a challenge for some patients, the benefits of BoNT-A make it a treatment option worth considering. With further studies to optimize dosages and determine the longest duration of efficacy, BoNT-A has the potential to revolutionize the treatment of acne and oily skin. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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18. A Comparison of the Specific Facial Trauma Cases at the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Gdansk, Poland, from March 2019 to August 2023.
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Bień, Marta, Drogoszewska, Barbara, Polcyn, Adam, Michcik, Adam, and Garbacewicz, Łukasz
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Background: Accidents involving the maxillofacial area are sudden and unforeseen, such as traffic accidents and physical altercations. The COVID-19 pandemic was a critical threat to the public in aspects not only involving physical health but also those affecting psychological health due to isolation, leading to a higher incidence of stress and depression among the general population and specifically in patients with OMF trauma. This study assessed the relationship between the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the quantity and severity of maxillofacial injuries. Methods: Data were retrieved from the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery of the University Clinical Centre in Gdansk from March 2019 to August 2023. Results: There was an increased risk of injury occurrence to the condylar process of the mandible, especially the left side, Le Fort type II/III fractures, injuries of the maxillary alveolar process, and displacement of the upper facial mass. Simultaneously, a decreased occurrence of certain injuries i.e., Le Fort type III fractures and Le Fort type I/II fractures, was recorded. Conclusions: The COVID-19 pandemic led to an increased occurrence of high-energy injuries, including displacement of the upper facial mass (p = 0.010). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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19. A 10-Year Retrospective Review of Playground-Associated Craniofacial Injuries in the Pediatric Patient Population.
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Kolbow, Madison, Quick, Joseph D., Powell, Lauren E., Wang, Qi, Nguyen, Minh-Doan T., and Barta, Ruth J.
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MOUTH injuries , *WOUNDS & injuries , *PLAY , *FACIAL injuries , *PUBLIC health surveillance , *DATABASES , *MEDICAL information storage & retrieval systems , *PATIENTS , *RESEARCH funding , *SEX distribution , *EMERGENCY medical services , *RETROSPECTIVE studies , *DESCRIPTIVE statistics , *PEDIATRICS , *MEDICAL records , *ACQUISITION of data , *SCHOOL children , *SCALP , *COMPARATIVE studies , *HEAD injuries , *CHILDREN - Abstract
This retrospective study utilized the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS) database to identify pediatric emergency department (ED) patients with playground-associated craniofacial injuries between January 2012 and December 2021. A total of 25 414 patients were identified. The majority of injuries occurred in preschool and elementary school–age children (90.3%) and patients were more commonly boys (59.3%). Injuries most often involved the head/scalp (52.4%), face (30.4%), and mouth (11.9%). Infant (32.7%) and teen (40.0%) injuries most commonly involved swings, whereas preschool (23.1%) and elementary school (28.1%) injuries were mostly associated with slides and climbers, respectively. Most patients were treated in the ED and discharged to home (96.5%), a small portion required hospitalization (1.6%), and one death was reported. Although the majority of the injuries were relatively minor and resulted in same-day discharges, these injuries can result in serious physical harm, emotional stress, and unexpected financial burdens. Proper education and supervision regarding safe play is important to prevent these injuries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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20. World trends in publication for maxillofacial and dental trauma in the elderly.
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Turino, Fabiana Dantas, Jural, Lucas Alves, da Silva, Leticia Lopes A., Magno, Marcela Baraúna, Maia, Luciane Cople, and Risso, Patrícia A.
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Aging may increase the risk of maxillofacial and dentoalveolar trauma (MDT). This review assessed global trends in scientific publications on MDT in the elderly. Six databases were searched. Studies about MDT in the elderly (≥60 years old) were included in two text mining stages (S1 and S2). In S1, all studies with elderly subjects were included, while in S2 only studies in which the elderly were assessed in a separate set of data or in a subanalysis by age groups were included. In S1, relevant data were mined using VantagePoint™ software. In S2, data were descriptively analyzed. There were 2265 studies at S1 and 110 at S2. The publication dates spanned from 1963 to 2023. In S1, the most cited keywords and terms were aged (n = 1872), male (n = 1839), female (n = 1777), "mandible fracture" (n = 460), "orbit fracture" (n = 362), and "maxilla fracture" (n = 118). Thirty authors published 10 or more articles with visible collaboration networks. There was a progressive increase in publications, especially in Europe (n = 150). In S2, most studies were case reports/case series (n = 62). The primary etiology was accidental falls (n = 84), the most affected region was the middle third of the face (n = 65), and dental trauma was rarely reported (n = 15). Cone Beam computed tomography was the most used diagnostic tool (n = 67). Of the 81 articles that addressed therapy, 52 opted for surgical treatment. Although there has been an increase in the number of articles on MDT over the years, studies with the elderly population as a specific study group are still needed. Accidental falls were the most reported etiology, while the middle third of the face and the mandible were the anatomic region and bone most affected, respectively. The high number of case reports indicates the need for improvement in the available scientific evidence about MDT in the elderly. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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21. A Nursing Experience of Inhalation Injury with Facial Burns Patient.
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Ting-Wei Chang and Shu-Fen Ho
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BURNS & scalds complications ,FACIAL injuries ,PATIENT education ,PATIENTS ,NURSING models ,NURSING assessment ,SMOKE inhalation injuries ,NURSING ,NURSES' attitudes ,BURNS & scalding nursing ,MECHANICAL ventilators - Abstract
This article describes the care experience of an inhalation injury case successfully weaned from the ventilator. Data was collected from March 1, 2022, to March 11, 2022, using Gordon's Functional Health Patterns Assessment, including interviews, physical assessments, and medical history research. The identified health problems were inactive respiratory clearance, pain, and anxiety. During the nursing period, the author instructed the patient in diaphragmatic breathing; employed high-frequency chest wall oscillation therapy; taught effective coughing techniques to promote mucus clearance and maintain airway patency; and facilitated early separation from the ventilator through chest rehabilitation exercises. Implement prioritized pain relief and appropriate sedation. Appropriate wound dressings and securement techniques were chosen to facilitate healing and prevent dislodgment of tubes, particularly in the treatment of facial burn wounds. Utilizing body language to facilitate parent-child interaction and using electronic writing tablets to encourage the expression of anxious emotions. The health problems of critically ill patients are multifaceted, and interdisciplinary collaboration among various specialties is essential to provide the most appropriate and comprehensive care, facilitating a successful recovery. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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22. Impacto da pandemia de COVID-19 na violência contra a mulher: analise da prevalencia das lesões do complexo bucomaxilofacial.
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Furtado, Beatriz Alves, Martins, Ronald Jefferson, Garbin, Clea Adas Saliba, and Saliba, Tânia Adas
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23. Multiple central giant cell granuloma of the jaws: diagnostic signposts of Noonan syndrome and RASopathy.
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Friedrich, Reinhard E., Rutkowski, Rico, and Gosau, Martin
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NOONAN syndrome ,GRANULOMA ,JAWS ,SURGICAL diagnosis ,FACIAL injuries - Abstract
Noonan syndrome (NS) is a phenotypically variable inherited multi-system disorder. Maxillofacial findings can be diagnostic, especially in the evaluation of discrete facial dysmorphia. Diagnostic landmark findings of therapeutic relevance for the jaws such as central giant cell granuloma (CGCG) are rare in NS. However, recent molecular genetic studies indicate that these rare, benign lesions are neoplasms and more common in specific syndromes grouped under the umbrella term RASopathies. A specialist surgical diagnosis can be helpful in identifying the underlying disease. This report outlines diagnosis and treatment of a case of CGCG for which jaw diagnosis became the key to identifying a syndromic disease. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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24. Repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic on the epidemiology of facial fractures: a retrospective cohort study.
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de Sousa Lima, Artur, Câmara, João Victor Frazão, Pierote, Josué Junior Araujo, Santos, Lethycia Almeida, Ferrari, Carolina Ruis, de Almeida Lopes, Maria Cândida, and Fialho, Ana Cristina Vasconcelos
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FACIAL injuries ,MANDIBULAR fractures ,COVID-19 pandemic ,EPIDEMIOLOGY ,COHORT analysis - Abstract
This article discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on facial fractures in Brazil. The pandemic has led to changes in the incidence and causes of facial fractures due to social distancing measures and the risk of aerosolization. The study found a reduction in the frequency of facial fractures during the pandemic, with males being more affected than females. Motorcycle accidents and physical aggression were the main causes of facial fractures, with fractures of the zygomatic bone being the most common type. The severity of fractures was higher in 2019 compared to 2020. The study emphasizes the importance of public awareness campaigns for traffic safety. [Extracted from the article]
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25. Time to wound closure in facial soft tissue injuries following road traffic accidents.
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Hamzah, Muhammad Asyraf, Rahman, Normastura Abd, and Ramli, Roszalina
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FACIAL injuries ,RISK assessment ,WOUND healing ,TRAFFIC accidents ,EARLY medical intervention ,BACILLUS (Bacteria) ,SURGICAL wound dehiscence ,STATISTICAL sampling ,MULTIPLE regression analysis ,DESCRIPTIVE statistics ,MULTIVARIATE analysis ,CHI-squared test ,SURGICAL complications ,ODDS ratio ,PSEUDOMONAS diseases ,SOFT tissue injuries ,CONFIDENCE intervals ,STAPHYLOCOCCUS ,SURGICAL site infections ,SURGICAL site ,DISEASE risk factors - Abstract
The 6‐hour (6‐h) time to wound closure was a controversial issue as studies have shown that time was not a substantial factor. Wounds in the face are often considered to have a lower infection risk. Despite this, the cause of injury was not extensively discussed in relation to this context. The primary objective was to investigate the association between the 6‐h time to wound closure and wound complications following emergency management of facial soft tissue injuries (STIs). Additionally, the secondary objective was to explore other factors contributing to wound complications. A retrospective record review was conducted in our hospital in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 1 January 2017 to 31 December 2021. Medical records of patients with facial STIs due to road traffic accidents were included. Simple random sampling was used to select records meeting inclusion criteria. Data on demographic, injury, and treatment characteristics were collected using a standardized proforma. Descriptive, univariate and multivariate analyses were performed, including chi‐square tests and binary logistic regression. A total of 295 patient records were included, with most patients being males (77.3%) and of Malay ethnicity (54.9%). The median age was 31.0 years. Majority of patients were treated within 6 h of injury (93.9%). Complications were documented in 6.1% of cases, including wound dehiscence and infection. Multivariate analysis revealed a significant association between 6‐h time to closure and wound complications (OR: 7.53, 95% CI: 1.90–29.81, p = 0.004). Grade of surgeon on duty (OR: 4.61, 95% CI: 1.25–16.95, p = 0.02) and diabetes mellitus (OR: 6.12, 95% CI: 1.23–30.38, p = 0.03) were also shown to have a statistically significant association with wound complications. A 6‐h time to wound closure, grade of surgeon on duty and diabetes mellitus were three major factors involved in facial wound complications following road traffic accidents. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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26. Induction of Nitric Oxide and Its Role in Facial Nerve Regeneration According to the Method of Facial Nerve Injury.
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Oh, Yeon Ju, Yon, Dong Keon, Choi, Yong Sung, Lee, Jinseok, Yeo, Joon Hyung, Kim, Sung Soo, Lee, Jae Min, and Yeo, Seung Geun
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FACIAL nerve ,FACIAL injuries ,NERVOUS system regeneration ,NERVOUS system injuries ,NITRIC-oxide synthases ,NITRIC oxide ,LITERATURE reviews - Abstract
Nitric oxide (NO) is an important molecule in cell communication that also plays an important role in many biological processes. Given the dual role of NO in nerve degeneration and regeneration after facial nerve injury, we sought to delve deeper into its role through a systematic literature review. A comprehensive review of the literature employing SCOPUS, PubMed, Cochrane Library, EMBASE, and Google Scholar databases was conducted to evaluate the induction and role of NO in neurodegeneration and regeneration after facial nerve injury. From the 20 papers ultimately reviewed, the central findings were that neuronal nitric oxide synthase(nNOS), endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS), and induced nitric oxide synthase (iNOS) increased or decreased depending on the method of facial nerve damage, damaged area, harvested area, and animal age, and were correlated with degeneration and regeneration of the facial nerve. Research conducted on rats and mice demonstrated that NO, nNOS, eNOS, and iNOS play significant roles in nerve regeneration and degeneration. However, the relationship between nerve damage and NO could not be defined by a simple causal relationship. Instead, the involvement of NOS depends on the type of nerve cell, source of NO, timing, and location of expression, age of the target animal, and proximity of the damage location to the brainstem. Consequently, nNOS, eNOS, and iNOS expression levels and functions may vary significantly. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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27. Reconstruction of Craniomaxillofacial Bone Defects with 3D-Printed Bioceramic Implants: Scoping Review and Clinical Case Series.
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Verbist, Maarten, Vandevelde, Anne-Laure, Geusens, Joris, Sun, Yi, Shaheen, Eman, and Willaert, Robin
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Reconstruction of craniomaxillofacial bone defects using 3D-printed hydroxyapatite (HA) bioceramic patient-specific implants (PSIs) is a new technique with great potential. This study aimed to investigate the advantages, disadvantages, and clinical outcomes of these implants in craniomaxillofacial surgeries. The PubMed and Embase databases were searched for patients with craniomaxillofacial bone defects treated with bioceramic PSIs. Clinical outcomes such as biocompatibility, biomechanical properties, and aesthetics were evaluated and compared to those of commonly used titanium or poly-ether-ether-ketone (PEEK) implants and autologous bone grafts. Two clinical cases are presented to illustrate the surgical procedure and clinical outcomes of HA bioceramic PSIs. Literature review showed better a biocompatibility of HA PSIs than titanium and PEEK. The initial biomechanical properties were inferior to those of autologous bone grafts, PEEK, and titanium but improved when integrated. Satisfactory aesthetic results were found in our two clinical cases with good stability and absence of bone resorption or infection. Radiological signs of osteogenesis were observed in the two clinical cases six months postoperatively. HA bioceramic PSIs have excellent biocompatible properties and imitate natural bone biomechanically and radiologically. They are a well-suited alternative for conventional biomaterials in the reconstruction of load-sharing bone defects in the craniomaxillofacial region. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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28. Growth characteristics and classification systems of hemifacial microsomia: a literature review.
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Huh, Joonyoung, Park, Ji-Song, Sodnom-Ish, Buyanbileg, and Yang, Hoon Joo
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GOLDENHAR syndrome ,LITERATURE reviews ,FACIAL bones ,CRANIOFACIAL abnormalities ,BONE growth ,FACIAL pain ,FACIAL injuries - Abstract
Background: Hemifacial microsomia is characterized by the hypoplasia of the mandible and temporomandibular joint, involving a variety of abnormalities of the craniofacial area. Since it gradually worsens as patients grow, it is necessary to understand the characteristics of facial bone growth and facial deformity in hemifacial microsomia patients in order to determine appropriate treatment timing and treatment methods. Main body: Appropriate classification of hemifacial microsomia would facilitate accurate diagnosis, selection of treatment methods, and prognosis prediction. Therefore, in this article, we review previously published hemifacial microsomia classification and provide an overview of the growth of the facial skeleton and the characteristics of hemifacial microsomia-related facial deformities. The OMENS system is the most comprehensive classification method based on the characteristics of hemifacial microsomia deformity, but it needs to be improved to include malar/midface abnormalities and nerve involvement. In hemifacial microsomia, growth is progressing on the affected side, but to a lesser degree than the unaffected side. Therefore, surgical intervention in growing patients should be performed selectively according to the severity of deformity. Conclusion: Understanding growth patterns is important to develop appropriate treatment protocols for correcting asymmetry in adult patients and to minimize secondary anomalies in growing patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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29. Combat Injury Profile in Urban Warfare.
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Satanovsky, Alexandra, Gilor, Yuval, Benov, Avi, Chen, Jacob, Shlaifer, Amir, Talmy, Tomer, Radomislensky, Irina, Siman-Tov, Maya, Peleg, Kobi, Weil, Yoram A, and Eisenkraft, Arik
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Introduction: Combat ground maneuvers consist of various platforms and have several environmental characteristics, influenced by the terrain, the operational mission, and the force's capabilities. This study assesses data on injuries sustained during urban warfare, aiming to evaluate the relationship between injury characteristics, maneuver platform, and personal protective gear on the battlefield.Materials and Methods: IDF soldiers injured infantry soldiers from the "Cast Lead" and the "Protective Edge" operations in the Gaza Strip (2008-2009 and 2014, respectively) were divided into four groups according to the maneuver platform and the environment: mounted infantry (armored and unarmored vehicle) and dismounted infantry (urban and open area). The primary outcome was the severity of the injury, and the secondary outcome was the injured body part.Results: Overall, 588 casualties were included in the final analysis, of whom 507 were dismounted infantry soldiers (265 in open terrain and 242 in urban area) and 81 were mounted infantry soldiers (20 in unarmored and 61 were injured in armored vehicles). The Injury Severity Score was similar in all subgroups. Open terrain subgroups were found to have fewer head injuries and higher levels of lower extremity injuries, similar to the unarmored vehicle group. More facial injuries were documented in the urban area group.Conclusions: The Injury Severity Score was not influenced by environmental protection. Although we found differences in the injured body parts, further studies on the exact mechanism of injury are needed to elucidate further the relationship and differences between the various platforms used and injuries seen in urban warfare, aiming for tailor-made protection. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
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30. Study of faciomaxillary injuries in females.
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Manjusha, D. Amrita, Manoharan, R., Subramanian, A. Venkata, and Prakash, S.
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This article, published in the Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research, discusses a study on faciomaxillary injuries in females. The study aims to evaluate the incidence, etiology, fracture patterns, and management of these injuries. The results show that the most common cause of these injuries is road traffic accidents, followed by assault. Mandibular fractures were found to be the most common, and most fractures were managed operatively. The study highlights the importance of understanding the risk factors and implementing safety measures to prevent these injuries. [Extracted from the article]
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31. EVALUATION OF MAXILLOFACIAL INJURIES BY MULTISLICE COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY WITH MULTIPLANAR AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL RECONSTRUCTION.
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Madappanavar, Anand, A., Shreelatha, L., Vasanth kumar, and Krishna, Vindya
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MULTIDETECTOR computed tomography , *FACIAL injuries , *FACIAL bones , *COMPUTED tomography , *THREE-dimensional imaging , *BONE fractures - Abstract
Introduction: Computed Tomography (CT) has revolutionized medical imaging, particularly in anatomically complex regions like the maxillofacial region. It stands as the preferred investigation for assessing facial bone fractures resulting from trauma. Objective: Frequency and Type of Fractures: To Describe the frequency and types of fractures in patients with maxillofacial injuries using multislice CT and 3D reconstruction. Comparison of Imaging Modalities: To Compare the utility of three-dimensional (3D) reconstructed images with two-dimensional axial images in evaluating maxillofacial injuries. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional study involved 180 patients (100 men, 80 women; Age: 10-65 years) with a history of maxillofacial trauma. A 128-slice CT scanner was utilized, and both axial and 3D images were reconstructed, including coronal Multiplanar Reconstruction (MPR). Results: Demographics showed male predominance, with the most common age group being 30-40 years. Road traffic accidents (RTA) were the most common mode of injury. Fracture distribution revealed maxillary and nasoethmoid fractures as most common. In imaging comparison, 3D images were similar or superior to axial images in most aspects, except for fractures involving thin bones in the orbitoethmoid and maxillary regions. Coronal reconstructed images were effective in detecting fractures in all examined regions. Interpretation and Conclusion: This study underscores the pivotal role of Multidetector Computed Tomography (MDCT) in evaluating maxillofacial injuries. The advantages of 3D reconstructed images, particularly in the identification of Le Fort fracture lines, are highlighted. Coronal reconstructed images outperformed in detecting fractures in the maxilla and orbit. However, the study recognizes the limited role of 3D images in assessing fractures in the naso-orbitoethmoid region, especially in cases with minimal displacement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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32. Abstract Journal Craniomaxillofacial Surgery.
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MEDICAL personnel , *LANGUAGE models , *BLUNT trauma , *EYE-socket fractures , *FACIAL injuries , *MARFAN syndrome , *SURGERY - Abstract
This document is an abstract journal on craniomaxillofacial surgery, providing valuable insights into the advancements and challenges in this field. The articles cover a range of topics, including the co-occurrence of VACTERL association and metopic synostosis, the impact of Sydney's Lockout laws on facial fracture presentations, invasive squamous cell carcinoma of the frontal sinus, oculocardiac reflex in orbital floor fractures, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on oral and maxillofacial surgery admissions, the utility of large language models in carer education on cleft palate repair, a comparison of surgeons Harold Gillies and Johannes Esser, and a rare case of syndromic bi-squamosal craniosynostosis. These abstracts provide a diverse and comprehensive overview of current research in craniomaxillofacial surgery. [Extracted from the article]
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33. The incidence and patterns of maxillofacial fractures and associated head and neck injuries.
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Bataineh, Anwar B.
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NECK injuries ,FACIAL injuries ,HEAD injuries ,SKULL fractures ,KINGS & rulers ,CERVICAL vertebrae ,TRAFFIC regulations - Abstract
The aim of this study was to evaluate the incidence and patterns of maxillofacial fractures and the demographic characteristics of associated head and neck injuries. This single-center retrospective cohort study was conducted at the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of King Abdullah University Hospital (KAUH) in Irbid, northern Jordan. The data was obtained from the electronic clinical records of all patients in whom maxillofacial fractures and associated head and neck injuries were confirmed. During the five-year period captured by this retrospective study, 481 patients with 1026 maxillofacial fractures (equivalent to 2.13 fractures per patient) were treated. The sample comprised of 369 (76.7%) males and 112 (23.3%) females, resulting in a male/female ratio of 3.3:1. Majority of the patients were in the 21–30 age group and RTA was the most common cause of maxillofacial fractures, accounting for 299 (62.1%) of the analyzed cases. In 316 cases, maxillary fractures were accompanied by associated injuries, 132 (41.77%) of which were intracranial lesions, 80 (25.32%) were skull fractures, and 59 (18.67%) were cervical spine injuries. Based on the obtained data, it can be concluded that the high occurrence of RTA emphasizes the significance of adhering to traffic laws and regulations, as individuals who have suffered serious head and neck injuries as a result of maxillofacial trauma may experience potentially fatal consequences. Thus, management for patients with maxillofacial fractures and concomitant traumas should be multidisciplinary and coordinated. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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34. Orofacial signs of child or adolescent maltreatment identified by dentists and dental hygienists: A scoping review.
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Håkstad, Katrine, Fegran, Liv, Hovden, Ewa, and Köpp, Unni Mette Stamnes
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MOUTH injuries ,FACIAL injuries ,MEDICAL information storage & retrieval systems ,WOUNDS & injuries ,CHILDREN'S health ,CHILD welfare ,OCCUPATIONAL roles ,BRUISES ,RESEARCH funding ,CHILD abuse ,CINAHL database ,ORAL hygiene ,SOCIAL responsibility ,DENTISTS ,SYSTEMATIC reviews ,MEDLINE ,LITERATURE reviews ,CHILDREN'S dental care ,DENTAL caries ,ASSAULT & battery ,SYMPTOMS - Abstract
Background: Child maltreatment, the abuse or neglect of children aged 0–18 years, is a severe and underreported global problem. Compared with other body parts, the orofacial region displays more signs of child maltreatment. Dentists and dental hygienists are therefore well situated to identify orofacial signs of child maltreatment. Aim: To map the current literature on orofacial signs of child maltreatment identified by dentists or dental hygienists. Design: A scoping review was conducted based on systematic searches of Medline (Ovid), Embase (Ovid), and CINAHL (EBSCOhost) for primary qualitative and quantitative studies through June 6, 2022. Results: Twenty‐nine studies were included in this scoping review. Though all child maltreatment types were identified in dental settings, physical abuse and dental neglect were most commonly identified. Reports of caries dominated the orofacial signs, followed by bruises (intra‐ and extraoral), poor oral hygiene, dental trauma, and lacerations (intra‐ and extraoral). Case reports were used most commonly to describe orofacial signs of child maltreatment. Conclusion: Dental clinicians identify orofacial signs of all child maltreatment types intraorally. Dentists identify the same extraoral signs as do other healthcare professionals, with bruising being the most common. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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35. Epidemiology of Sports Injuries Among High School Athletes in the United States: Data From 2015 to 2019.
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Pizzarro, Jordan, Chiang, Benjamin, Malyavko, Alisa, Monroig, Carlos, Mehran, Nima, Ahmed, Syed Imraan, and Tabaie, Sean
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BASKETBALL injuries ,WOUNDS & injuries ,FACIAL injuries ,BRUISES ,SPORTS injuries ,BASEBALL injuries ,VOLLEYBALL injuries ,SEVERITY of illness index ,DESCRIPTIVE statistics ,RELATIVE medical risk ,FOOTBALL injuries ,BONE fractures ,ANKLE injuries ,RESEARCH methodology ,EPIDEMIOLOGY ,SPRAINS ,CONFIDENCE intervals ,EPIDEMIOLOGICAL research ,SOCCER injuries ,BRAIN concussion ,HEAD injuries ,KNEE injuries - Abstract
Background: Nearly 8 million high school students in the United States participate in sports each year. With the lack of recent population data, an update to previous studies on US high school athletes is needed. Purpose: To update the epidemiology of sports injuries in high school athletes in the United States. Study Design: Descriptive epidemiology study. Methods: The data from the National Health School Sports-Related Injury Surveillance Study, including 100 nationally representative high schools, were obtained for 9 high school sports (boys' football, soccer, basketball, wrestling, and baseball and girls' soccer, basketball, volleyball, and softball) between the 2015 and 2019 academic years. Injury rates were calculated as the ratio of injuries per 1000 athlete exposures (AEs), defined as 1 athlete participating in 1 practice or competition. Data on injured body area, injury type (sprains/strains, concussions, contusions, and fractures), time loss, and need for surgery were also obtained. Rate ratios (RRs) with 95% CIs and P values were calculated. Results: Athletic trainers reported 15,531 injuries during 6,778,209 AEs, with an overall rate of 2.29 injuries per 1000 AEs. Injury rates were highest in football (3.96), girls' soccer (2.65), and boys' wrestling (2.36). The overall injury rate was lower in girls' sports (1.86) compared with boys' sports (2.52) (RR, 0.74 [95% CI, 0.71-0.76]; P <.001) and was higher in competition compared with practice (RR, 3.39 [95% CI, 3.28-3.49]; P <.001). The most commonly injured body areas were the head/face (24.2%), ankle (17.6%), and knee (14.1%). Sprains/strains (36.8%) and concussions (21.6%) were the most common diagnoses. Overall, 39.2% and 34% of injuries resulted in a time loss of <1 week and 1 to 3 weeks, respectively. Surgery was required in 6.3% of injuries, with wrestling (9.6%), girls' basketball (7.6%), and boys' baseball (7.4%) being the sports with the highest proportion of injuries needing surgery. Conclusion: Study findings demonstrated that boys' football, girls' soccer, and boys' wrestling had the highest injury rates, with boys' sports overall having higher injury rates than girls' sports. Sprains/strains and concussions were the most common diagnoses. Few injuries required surgery. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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36. Expression of ChAT, Iba-1, and nNOS in the Central Nervous System following Facial Nerve Injury.
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Lee, Jae Min, Yoo, Myung Chul, Kim, Yong Jun, Kim, Sung Soo, and Yeo, Seung Geun
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CENTRAL nervous system ,FACIAL injuries ,FACIAL nerve ,NERVOUS system injuries ,PERIPHERAL nervous system ,PERIPHERAL nerve injuries - Abstract
Facial nerve injury can cause significant functional impairment, impacting both the peripheral and central nervous systems. The present study evaluated changes in facial motor function, numbers of cholinergic neurons and microglia, and nNOS levels in the facial nucleus of the central nervous system (CNS) following peripheral facial nerve injury. Facial nerve function, as determined by eyeblink and whisker-movement reflexes, was evaluated at baseline and 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, and 12 weeks after inducing facial nerve injury through compression or axotomy. The expression of choline acetyltransferase (ChAT), ionized calcium-binding adaptor molecule 1 (Iba-1), and neuronal nitric oxide synthase (nNOS) in the facial nucleus of the CNS was analyzed 2, 4, and 12 weeks after peripheral facial nerve injury. Compression-induced facial nerve injury was found to lead to temporary facial motor impairment, whereas axotomy resulted in persistent impairment. Moreover, both compression and axotomy reduced ChAT expression and increased Iba-1 and nNOS expression in the facial nucleus, indicating upregulation of an inflammatory response and neurodegeneration. These results indicate that, compared with compression-induced injury, axotomy-induced facial nerve injury results in greater facial motor dysfunction and more persistent microglial and nitric oxide activation in the facial nucleus of the CNS. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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37. The Role of Large Language Models (LLMs) in Providing Triage for Maxillofacial Trauma Cases: A Preliminary Study.
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Frosolini, Andrea, Catarzi, Lisa, Benedetti, Simone, Latini, Linda, Chisci, Glauco, Franz, Leonardo, Gennaro, Paolo, and Gabriele, Guido
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Background: In the evolving field of maxillofacial surgery, integrating advanced technologies like Large Language Models (LLMs) into medical practices, especially for trauma triage, presents a promising yet largely unexplored potential. This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of using LLMs for triaging complex maxillofacial trauma cases by comparing their performance against the expertise of a tertiary referral center. Methods: Utilizing a comprehensive review of patient records in a tertiary referral center over a year-long period, standardized prompts detailing patient demographics, injury characteristics, and medical histories were created. These prompts were used to assess the triage suggestions of ChatGPT 4.0 and Google GEMINI against the center's recommendations, supplemented by evaluating the AI's performance using the QAMAI and AIPI questionnaires. Results: The results in 10 cases of major maxillofacial trauma indicated moderate agreement rates between LLM recommendations and the referral center, with some variances in the suggestion of appropriate examinations (70% ChatGPT and 50% GEMINI) and treatment plans (60% ChatGPT and 45% GEMINI). Notably, the study found no statistically significant differences in several areas of the questionnaires, except in the diagnosis accuracy (GEMINI: 3.30, ChatGPT: 2.30; p = 0.032) and relevance of the recommendations (GEMINI: 2.90, ChatGPT: 3.50; p = 0.021). A Spearman correlation analysis highlighted significant correlations within the two questionnaires, specifically between the QAMAI total score and AIPI treatment scores (rho = 0.767, p = 0.010). Conclusions: This exploratory investigation underscores the potential of LLMs in enhancing clinical decision making for maxillofacial trauma cases, indicating a need for further research to refine their application in healthcare settings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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38. Dynamic Trends in Surgical Oromaxillofacial Trauma Epidemiology: A Comparative Study of Pre-COVID-19 and COVID-19 Periods in Tertiary Referral Hospitals in Madrid.
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Sada-Urmeneta, Angela, Tousidonis, Manuel, Navarro-Cuellar, Carlos, Ochandiano, Santiago, Navarro-Cuellar, Ignacio, Khayat, Saad, Ruiz-de-León, Gonzalo, Benito-Anguita, Marta, Alvarez-Mokthari, Sara, Olavarria, Eduardo, Sanchez-Aniceto, Gregorio, Herrero-Alvarez, Sonia, de la Sen-Corcuera, Oscar, Simon-Flores, Anna-Maria, Almeida-Parra, Fernando, Aragon-Niño, Iñigo, del-Castillo, Jose-Luis, and Salmeron, Jose-Ignacio
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Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has induced profound societal and healthcare transformations globally. Material and methods: This multicenter retrospective study aimed to assess potential shifts in the epidemiology and management of oromaxillofacial trauma requiring surgical intervention over a 1-year period encompassing the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, in comparison to the preceding year. The parameters investigated included age, sex, injury mechanisms, fractured bones, and treatment modalities. The statistical significance was set at p < 0.05. Results: A notable 39.36% reduction in oromaxillofacial fractures was identified (p < 0.001), with no significant alterations in sex distribution, types of fractured bones, or treatment modalities. An appreciable increase in mean age was observed (35.92 vs. 40.26) (p = 0.006). Analysis of the causes of oromaxillofacial trauma revealed diminished incidents of interpersonal violence (41% vs. 35%) and sports-related injuries (14% vs. 8%), alongside an escalation in cases attributed to falls (27% vs. 35%), precipitation events (2% vs. 5%), and traffic accidents (12% vs. 13%). The mandible emerged as the most frequently fractured bone. Conclusion: In conclusion, the COVID-19 pandemic has decreased the number of maxillofacial fractures treated surgically and has changed the epidemiology and the etiology of facial traumas. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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39. Atypical Presentation of Lobular Capillary Haemangioma of the Maxillary Alveolus: A Case Report.
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RAJA, DIVYA, CHACKO, RABIN, KUMAR, SAURABH, and CHARLU, ARUN PAUL
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Pyogenic Granuloma (PG) is a benign vascular lesion that rapidly grows, is painless, and presents as a friable, smooth, or lobulated exophytic lesion, manifesting as small, red, erythematous papules with a pedunculated or sessile base. The most common site is the gingiva, followed by the tongue and buccal mucosa. Hereby, the authors present a case of a five-year-old girl who reported for an oral and maxillofacial consultation with a swelling in her left upper gum region, associated with multiple episodes of intermittent bleeding. On presentation, a bluish-red, sessile lesion was observed on the gingiva of the left upper 1st molar. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Angiography provided a provisional diagnosis of a vascular tumour, following which embolisation and excision of the lesion were performed by Interventional Radiologists (IR) and Maxillofacial Surgeons. The patient's recovery was uneventful, and histopathology{Haematoxylin and Eosin (H&E)} was reported as Lobular Capillary Haemangioma (LCH). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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40. Scleral Contact Lens to Preserve a Corneal Graft in Chronic Lagophthalmos.
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Özbek, Zeynep and Kefeli, Işıl
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SCLERA surgery , *CORNEA diseases , *PETROLEUM , *FACIAL injuries , *OCULAR injuries , *CONTACT lenses , *CORNEAL transplantation , *TREATMENT effectiveness , *SCARS , *CHRONIC diseases , *STYE , *OCULAR manifestations of general diseases , *SURGICAL complications , *FUNGAL keratitis , *CHEMICAL burns , *VISUAL acuity , *DISEASE complications - Abstract
Facial burns involving the periorbital region may lead to cicatricial ectropion and lagophthalmos, causing severe exposure keratopathy and eventually blindness if uncorrected. In these patients, it is critical to provide aesthetic and functional surgical correction to protect the ocular surface from chronic desiccation in addition to visual rehabilitation. Conventional methods may not be sufficient to provide visual rehabilitation in complex cases. Scleral lenses can be a multipurpose alternative for these patients. Herein, we present the challenging case of a patient who developed cicatricial lagophthalmos and exposure keratopathy after facial transplantation due to gasoline burns and received a scleral contact lens for visual rehabilitation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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41. Mandibular condylar fractures: a 5‐year retrospective analysis comparing open versus closed reduction.
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Thean, David and Chang, Frank
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MANDIBULAR fractures , *FACIAL nerve , *OPEN reduction internal fixation , *MANDIBULAR condyle , *FACIAL injuries , *PAROTIDECTOMY - Abstract
Background: Mandibular fractures are common facial fractures, and contemporary management of mandibular condylar fractures is controversial. The purpose of this study was to compare the outcomes of patients who sustained a mandibular condylar fracture between 2016 and 2020, who were managed by either open or closed techniques. The outcomes of this study were: post‐operative facial nerve function, occlusion, and maximal mouth opening. Methods: This study is a retrospective multicentre cohort study which assessed clinical records for 246 patients with mandibular condyle fractures in three hospitals in Perth, Western Australia. The primary outcome measure was changes in post‐operative facial nerve function. Results: One hundred and thirty‐two patients underwent open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF), and 114 patients had closed management. The overall rate of temporary facial nerve injury following ORIF was 3.28%. The overall rate of permanent facial nerve injury was 0.82%. Sialocoele occurred in 2.46% of all patients who underwent ORIF. 6.14% of patients had persisting malocclusion across both groups. There was a statistically significant association between the degree of fragment shortening and facial nerve injury (P = 0.0063), with more facial nerve changes in the group with 5 mm or greater of fragment shortening. Conclusions: There is still significant debate over the management of mandibular condylar injuries. This study demonstrates a similar rate of temporary and permanent facial nerve injury as previously described, as well as a similar rate of sialocoele occurrence. Further prospective studies may provide clarity about important characteristics that will help guide decision making for mandibular condylar fractures. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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42. The pattern of maxillofacial fractures associated with rollover accidents: A 7‐year retrospective study.
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Yari, Amir, Hasheminasab, Mahboube, Fasih, Paniz, Nouralishahi, Atieh, and Arianezhad, S. Marjan
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NASAL bone , *ZYGOMATIC fractures , *FACIAL injuries , *SEAT belts , *MAXILLARY sinus , *BONE fractures , *MANDIBULAR fractures - Abstract
Background/Aim: This study aimed to assess the incidence and pattern of maxillofacial fractures and related demographic data in the victims of rollover crashes. Patients and Methods: This retrospective study was based on medical records of patients who sustained maxillofacial injuries following rollover accidents. Investigated data included age, gender, accident date and time, accident cause, seat belt usage, airbag deployment, road type, anatomical location of the facial fracture, and treatment approach. Results: Among the 147 patients who met the inclusion criteria, the most prevalent age groups were 20–30 (36.7%) and 30–40 (32.7%) years, with a mean age of 33.6 ± 9.7 years. The male‐to‐female ratio was 6:1. Most crashes occurred in March, August, and July. These accidents involved 69.4% light vehicles and 39.6% heavy vehicles. The leading causes of rollover crashes were speeding (58.5%) followed by distracted driving (21.1%) and traffic rule violations (13.6%). The most prevalent injuries were fractures of the maxillary sinus wall (40.8%), nasal bones (39.5%), zygomaticomaxillary complex (36.1%), and the mandible (32.6%). Surgical intervention was necessary for 44.2% of patients, while 12.9% of cases underwent close reduction, and 42.9% did not require any surgical intervention. The occurrence of nasal bone fractures was significantly lower in cases where seat belts were worn and zygomatic arch fractures were less frequent in incidents with airbag deployment. Conclusions: In rollover crashes, the midface is the most vulnerable anatomical location. Utilization of seat belts and airbag deployment has the potential to prevent nasal bone and zygomatic arch fractures. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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43. Identifying Facial Danger Points.
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Downie, Jeff and Devlin, Mark
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MAXILLOFACIAL surgery ,FACE innervation ,PREVENTION of surgical complications ,FACIAL anatomy ,FACE ,FACIAL injuries ,FACIAL muscles ,AESTHETICS ,DERMAL fillers ,PREOPERATIVE care ,INJECTIONS ,FACIAL nerve ,NEUROTRANSMITTERS - Published
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44. An innovative 3D hydroxyapatite patient-specific implant for maxillofacial bone reconstruction: A case series of 13 patients.
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Systermans, Simon, Cobraiville, Elisabeth, Camby, Séverine, Meyer, Christophe, Louvrier, Aurélien, Lie, Suen AN., Schouman, Thomas, Siciliano, Sergio, Beckers, Olivier, Poulet, Vinciane, Ullmann, Nicolas, Nolens, Grégory, Biscaccianti, Vincent, Nizet, Jean-Luc, Hascoët, Jean-Yves, Gilon, Yves, and Vidal, Luciano
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HYDROXYAPATITE ,EYE-sockets ,MANDIBLE ,OSSEOINTEGRATION ,SURGICAL complications ,MAXILLOFACIAL surgery ,MANDIBLE surgery ,FACIAL injuries - Abstract
The study aimed to evaluate and discuss the use of an innovative PSI made of porous hydroxyapatite, with interconnected porosity promoting osteointegration, called MyBone Custom® implant (MBCI), for maxillofacial bone reconstruction. A multicentric cohort of 13 patients underwent maxillofacial bone reconstruction surgery using MBCIs for various applications, from genioplasty to orbital floor reconstruction, including zygomatic and mandibular bone reconstruction, both for segmental defects and bone augmentation. The mean follow-up period was 9 months (1–22 months). No infections, displacements, or postoperative fractures were reported. Perioperative modifications of the MBCIs were possible when necessary. Additionally, surgeons reported significant time saved during surgery. For patients with postoperative CT scans, osteointegration signs were visible at the 6-month postoperative follow-up control, and continuous osteointegration was observed after 1 year. The advantages and disadvantages compared with current techniques used are discussed. MBCIs offer new bone reconstruction possibilities with long-term perspectives, while precluding the drawbacks of titanium and PEEK. The low level of postoperative complications associated with the high osteointegration potential of MBCIs paves the way to more extensive use of this new hydroxyapatite PSI in maxillofacial bone reconstruction. [Display omitted] [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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45. THE ROLE OF RADIOMICS IN DENTISTRY AND ORAL RADIOLOGY.
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Tannishtha, Hegde, Shruthi, Subhas Babu, G., Ajila, Vidya, and Shama, B. S.
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ORAL radiography ,RADIOMICS ,CONE beam computed tomography ,TECHNOLOGICAL innovations ,FACIAL injuries - Abstract
Technological advances in healthcare sector have led to an increasing use of new digital techniques for diagnosis and therapeutics in medical and dental professions. Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most commonly discussed innovations of the present era that present the capability to transform clinical practice and research. Radiomics is an emerging field in quantitative imaging related to AI. Radiomics technology is produced as a result of combining genomic data, imaging, and pathology results. This new technology can quantify textural information through mathematical analysis from the region of interest in medical images, which the human eye cannot perceive. In oral and maxillofacial imaging, the use of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) has been increasing that in turn encourages AI and radiomics research to assist clinicians in early diagnosis and effective treatment planning. The advent of radiomics in dentistry made it possible to improve diagnostic, prognostic, and predictive accuracy, by combining radiographic data, biological data, and clinical outcomes. Radiomics technology in dentistry is still in early phases of development. The present narrative review aimed to provide an up-to-date overview of the workflow and potential applications of radiomics in diagnosing and managing oral maxillofacial diseases. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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46. Management von Hals-Nasen-Ohren-Notfällen.
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Taeger, J., Goncalves, M., Duong Dinh, T. A., Ilgner, J., Michels, G., and Hackenberg, S.
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HEARING disorders ,SENSE organs ,FACIAL injuries ,FACIAL paralysis ,SENSORINEURAL hearing loss - Abstract
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47. Facial injuries in the National Basketball Association: 2013-14 through 2017-18.
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Kuenstler, Ens Molly, Leggit, Jeffrey C., Raiciulescu, Sorana, Zhang, Helen, and Boden, Barry P.
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BASKETBALL ,FACIAL injuries ,ATHLETES with disabilities ,OCULAR injuries ,PROFESSIONAL athletes ,ELECTRONIC health records ,BASKETBALL players - Abstract
To describe the epidemiology, mechanisms, treatment, and disability for facial injuries in National Basketball Association (NBA) athletes. This was a retrospective descriptive epidemiological chart review using NBA Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system. Responses to injuries reported in games, practices, and other activities were used for all data analysis, except for game incidence rates. Incidence rates were calculated by the game-related facial injury incidence per total athlete exposure (player-games). There were 440 facial injuries among 263 athletes during the 5 NBA seasons with an overall single-season risk of 12.6% and a game incidence of 2.4 per 1000 athlete-exposures (95% CI: 2.18–2.68). The majority of injuries were lacerations (n = 159, 36.1%), contusions (n = 99, 22.5%), or fractures (n = 67, 15.2%), with ocular (n = 163, 37.0%) being the most commonly injured location. Sixty (13.6%) injuries resulted in at least one NBA game missed (224 cumulative player-games) with ocular injuries resulting in the most cumulative games missed (n = 167, 74.6%). Nasal fractures (n = 39, 58.2%) were the most common fracture location followed by ocular fractures (n = 12, 17.9%) but were less likely to lead to games missed (median = 1, IRQ: 1–3) than ocular (median = 7, IQR: 2–10) fractures. An average of one in eight NBA players sustained a facial injury each season with ocular injuries being the most common location. While most facial injuries are minor, serious injuries, especially ocular fractures, can result in games missed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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48. Does a given abbreviated injury scale value in different body regions contribute to the same risks of in-hospital mortality and ICU admission in trauma patients?
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Khavandegar, Armin, Miratashi Yazdi, Seyed Amir, Salamati, Payman, Zafarghandi, Mohammadreza, Rahimi-Movaghar, Vafa, Fakharian, Esmaeil, Saeed-Banadaky, Seyed Houssein, Hoseinpour, Vahid, Sadeghian, Farideh, Isfahani, Mehdi Nasr, Rahmanian, Vahid, Ghadiphasha, Amir, Pourmasjedi, Sobhan, Aali, Rahim, Kogani, Mohamad, Sadeghi-Bazargani, Homayoun, Rad, Reza Farahmand, Piri, Seyed Mohammad, Mirzamohamadi, Sara, and Hassan Zadeh Tabatabaei, Mahgol Sadat
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HEAD injury complications ,INJURY complications ,RISK assessment ,FACIAL injuries ,NECK injuries ,SPINAL injuries ,PATIENTS ,RESEARCH funding ,HOSPITAL admission & discharge ,MULTIPLE regression analysis ,HOSPITAL mortality ,EMERGENCY medical services ,SEVERITY of illness index ,DESCRIPTIVE statistics ,BACK injuries ,EVALUATION of medical care ,GLASGOW Coma Scale ,ODDS ratio ,ABDOMINAL injuries ,INTENSIVE care units ,STATISTICS ,HUMAN body ,CHEST injuries ,DISEASE complications - Abstract
Objective: We aimed to investigate the hypothesis that identical abbreviated injury scale (AIS) scores may lead to varying risks of in-hospital mortality and admission to the intensive care unit (ICU) depending on the specific body region affected. Methods: This study focused on hospitalized trauma patients with moderate to serious injuries (AIS=2, 3). The final sample was stratified based on the injured body regions. To determine the impact of these injuries on mortality and ICU admission, we conducted binary logistic regression after adjusting for confounding factors. Results: Overall, 16,040 trauma patients with moderate injury (AIS=2) and 1,338 trauma patients with serious injury (AIS=3) were included in this study. When comparing outcomes of trauma patients in different body regions, there was no significant difference in the odds of two main outcomes in various injury sites, except for extremities (P values>0.05). When the AIS=2 patients were controlled for confounding factors, the adjusted odds of mortality were significantly higher for head, face, and neck injuries, as well as spine/back, thoracic, and abdominal injuries, compared to extremity injuries (adjusted odds ratio (aOR)s=9.81, 8.78, 8.11, and 3.96, respectively; P-values<0.05). Among those with AIS=3, the odds of mortality were significantly greater for abdominal (aOR=7.05, P-value=0.009) and head, face, and neck injuries (aOR=2.73, P-value=0.001) than for extremity injuries. Conclusion: Injuries with the same AIS (=2, 3) value almost indistinguishably confer the same mortality risk and ICU admission, except for extremities. The unique AIS value assigned to various body sites almost consistently indicates the same likelihood of negative outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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49. Craniomaxillofacial Allotransplantation
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50. Human Craniomaxillofacial Allotransplantation
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