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This analysis aims to examine trends and outcomes in patients treated for facial fractures over five years.

Facial Fractures: Analysis of Five Years of Experience

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Statistical analysis finds high satisfaction from cosmetic outcomes in patients with facial fractures, indicating effective treatment.

This analysis aims to examine trends and outcomes in patients treated for facial fractures over five years.
Statistical analysis conducted on 323 in-patients with facial fractures from 1966 to 1970.
Data compiled from the Department of Otolaryngology and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Consultations from other services were noted in 50% of cases.
Facial fracture operations constituted 2% of total operations at the hospital.
Intentional violence was the most common cause of injury, accounting for 59%.
Satisfactory cosmetic and functional outcomes were achieved in 86% of cases.

Nakamura et al. (1973) studied this question.

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