Open Access Atlas of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Operative Surgery Surgical Management of Maxillofacial Trauma
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Maxillofacial trauma is typically caused by blunt trauma due to interpersonal violence, moving vehicle accidents (MVA), falls, or sporting activities . Because these activities transcend cultural and geographic borders, maxillofacial trauma remains a global health issue. Technological advances have resulted in faster methods of transportation and with these developments maxillofacial trauma has become a major public health issue also in the developing world. Although management of the airway and cardiopulmonary system take precedence, facial injuries demand attention because of their potential for long-term impact on quality of life (QOL) and the patient’s psychological wellbeing 2 as the face houses many vital structures necessary for sight, hearing, speech, olfaction, and mastication.
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