Impact of Early Intervention on the Recovery of Patients with Facial Trauma and Concomitant Orthopedic Injuries A Prospective Observational Study.

Background: Facial trauma, often accompanied by orthopedic injuries, presents a significant challenge in trauma care. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of early intervention on the recovery of patients with facial trauma and concomitant orthopedic injuries. Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted on 80 patients with facial trauma and orthopedic injuries. Patients were divided into early (n=42) and delayed (n=38) intervention groups. Outcome measures included the Facial Disability Index (FDI), Glasgow Outcome Scale (GOS), Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain, and Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSAS) at 6 months post-injury. Results: The early intervention group had significantly better outcomes compared to the delayed intervention group, with higher FDI scores (85.4 ± 10.2 vs. 72.6 ± 14.8, p<0.001), higher GOS scores (median 5 vs. 4, p=0.02), lower VAS pain scores (2.1 ± 1.4 vs. 3.5 ± 1.9, p=0.001), and lower POSAS scores (12.3 ± 4.6 vs. 18.7 ± 6.2, p<0.001). Early intervention was an independent predictor of improved outcomes (OR 4.2, 95% CI 1.8- 9.7, p=0.001). Conclusion: Early intervention is associated with significantly better outcomes in patients with facial trauma and concomitant orthopedic injuries. The findings highlight the importance of timely, comprehensive, and individualized management in optimizing patient recovery and reducing the risk of complications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]