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Riuttanen A, Karjalainen E, Jokihaara J, Huttunen TT, Mattila VM. Cumulative costs of severe traffic injuries in Finland: a 2-year retrospective observational study of 252 patients. Sci Rep 2024; 14:11078. [PMID: 38744966 PMCID: PMC11094103 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-61184-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Accepted: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024] Open
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Road traffic injuries cause considerable financial strain on health care systems worldwide. We retrospectively analyzed injury-related costs of 252 severely injured (New Injury Severity Score, NISS ≥ 16) patients treated at Tampere University Hospital (TAUH) between 2013 and 2017, with 2-year follow-up. The costs were divided into direct treatment, indirect costs, and other costs. We analyzed various injury- and patient-related factors with costs. The total costs during the 2-year study period were 20 million euros. Median cost was 41,202 euros (Q1 23,409 euros, Q3 97,726 euros), ranging from 2,753 euros to 549,787 euros. The majority of costs (69.1%) were direct treatment costs, followed by indirect costs (28.4%). Other costs were small (5.4%). Treatment costs increased with the severity of the injury or when the injury affected the lower extremities or the face. Indirect costs were higher in working age patients and in patients with a higher level of education. The relative proportions of direct and indirect costs were constant regardless of the amount of the total costs. The largest share of costs was caused by a relatively small proportion of high-cost patients during the 1st year after injury. Combined, this makes planning of resource use challenging and calls for further studies to further identify factors for highest costs.
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- Antti Riuttanen
- Department of Orthopedics, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- Department of Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, Tampere University, and Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine, Heart Hospital, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- Department of Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, Tampere University, and Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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Canzi G, De Ponti E, Spota A, Mangini G, De Simone E, Cioffi SPB, Altomare M, Bini R, Virdis F, Cimbanassi S, Chiara O, Sozzi D, Novelli G. Are severity and location of facial trauma risk factors for cervical spine injuries? 10-year analysis based on the use of the AO spine injury classification and the comprehensive facial injury (CFI) score. EUROPEAN SPINE JOURNAL : OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE EUROPEAN SPINE SOCIETY, THE EUROPEAN SPINAL DEFORMITY SOCIETY, AND THE EUROPEAN SECTION OF THE CERVICAL SPINE RESEARCH SOCIETY 2024; 33:198-204. [PMID: 38006474 DOI: 10.1007/s00586-023-08037-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2023] [Revised: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 11/27/2023]
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PURPOSE This study aims to demonstrate a correlation between cervical spine injury and location and severity of facial trauma. METHODS We did a 10-year retrospective analysis of prospectively collected patients with at least one facial and/or cervical spine injury. We classified facial injuries using the Comprehensive Facial Injury (CFI) score, and stratified patients into mild (CFI < 4), moderate (4 ≤ CFI < 10) and severe facial trauma (CFI ≥ 10). The primary outcome was to recognize the severity and topography of the facial trauma which predict the probability of associated cervical spine injuries. RESULTS We included 1197 patients: 78% with facial injuries, 16% with spine injuries and 6% with both. According to the CFI score, 48% of patients sustained a mild facial trauma, 35% a moderate one and 17% a severe one. The midface was involved in 45% of cases, then the upper facial third (13%) and the lower one (10%). The multivariate analysis showed multiple independent risk factors for associated facial and cervical spine injuries, among them an injury of the middle facial third (OR 1.11 p 0.004) and the facial trauma severity, having every increasing point of CFI score a 6% increasing risk (OR 1.06 p 0.004). CONCLUSIONS Facial trauma is a risk factor for a concomitant cervical spine injury. Among multiple risk factors, severe midfacial trauma is an important red flag. The stratification of facial injuries based on the CFI score through CT-scan images could be a turning point in the management of patients at risk for cervical spine injuries before imaging is available.
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- G Canzi
- Maxillofacial Surgery Unit, Department of Neuroscience - Head & Neck, ASST GOM Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Medical Physics Department, Foundation IRCCS San Gerardo Hospital, 20900, Monza, Italy
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- Acute Care Surgery and Trauma, ASST GOM Niguarda, Milan, Italy.
- Tissue Bank and Therapy, ASST GOM Niguarda, Milan, Italy.
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- School of Medicine, University of Milano Bicocca, Milan, Italy
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- Postgraduate School of Maxillo-Facial Surgery, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Acute Care Surgery and Trauma, ASST GOM Niguarda, Milan, Italy
- Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Rome Sapienza, Rome, Italy
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- Acute Care Surgery and Trauma, ASST GOM Niguarda, Milan, Italy
- Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Rome Sapienza, Rome, Italy
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- Acute Care Surgery and Trauma, ASST GOM Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Acute Care Surgery and Trauma, ASST GOM Niguarda, Milan, Italy
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- Acute Care Surgery and Trauma, ASST GOM Niguarda, Milan, Italy
- Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università Degli Studi Di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Acute Care Surgery and Trauma, ASST GOM Niguarda, Milan, Italy
- Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università Degli Studi Di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Chirurgia Maxillo Facciale, Fondazione IRCCS San Gerardo Dei Tintori, Via Pergolesi 33, Monza, Italy
- Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia, School of Medicine, Università Degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca, Milan, Italy
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- Chirurgia Maxillo Facciale, Fondazione IRCCS San Gerardo Dei Tintori, Via Pergolesi 33, Monza, Italy
- Dipartimento di Medicina e Chirurgia, School of Medicine, Università Degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca, Milan, Italy
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Adeleke AI, Hlongwa M, Makhunga S, Ginindza TG. Epidemiology of maxillofacial injury among adults in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review. Inj Epidemiol 2023; 10:58. [PMID: 37968736 PMCID: PMC10652446 DOI: 10.1186/s40621-023-00470-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 11/05/2023] [Indexed: 11/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Injuries remain one of the leading causes of death globally. These disproportionately affect young adults and are particularly prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Maxillofacial injuries (MI) pose significant challenges to public health systems. However, much remains unknown regarding the epidemiology and extent of the financial burden in resource-limited areas, such as SSA, further necessitating more research and support. This scoping review aims to investigate the mechanism, distribution, and financial impact of MI in adults aged ≥ 18 years in SSA. MAIN BODY The scoping review was guided by the methodological frameworks of Arksey and O'Malley and Levac. An electronic literature search for English-published articles on maxillofacial injuries in adults ≥ 18 years was conducted in Scopus, Medline, PubMed, Science Direct, CINAHL, Health Source: Nursing/Academic Edition, and grey literature. The PRISMA chart was used to document database searches and screening outcomes while reporting was guided by PRISMA-ScR. The data extraction process revolved around the predefined study outcomes, which encompassed the study characteristics and epidemiological parameters. The review used a narrative approach to report findings and evaluate publication quality using the STROBE checklist. The database search yielded 8246 studies, of which 30 met the inclusion criteria. A total of 7317 participants were included, 79.3% of whom were males. The peak age range for incidence was between 18 and 40 years. Road traffic collision (RTC) was the leading cause of MI, 59% of which resulted from motorcycle collisions. Assault/interpersonal violence ranked as the second leading cause of MI. The mandible was MI's most frequently affected hard tissue, followed by the midface. Factors such as alcohol/illicit drug use, poor knowledge of traffic regulations, and non-observance of these regulations were associated with MI. In our study, the cost range for mandibular fractures was $200-$468.6, borne by victims and their families. CONCLUSIONS Maxillofacial injuries are predominantly caused by road traffic collisions and assaults in SSA. The findings can provide valuable insights into policy decisions and prevention strategies aimed at reducing injury burden. Further research is warranted to explore the psychological impact of MI, including PTSD, for tailored support and intervention. Scoping Review Registration The protocol has been registered on the Open Science Framework. Registration DOI: https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/BWVDK .
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- Adekunle I Adeleke
- Discipline of Public Health Medicine, School of Nursing and Public Health, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Mazisi Kunene Road, Durban, 4041, South Africa.
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- Discipline of Public Health Medicine, School of Nursing and Public Health, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Mazisi Kunene Road, Durban, 4041, South Africa
- Public Health, Societies, and Belonging, Human Sciences Research Council, Pretoria, South Africa
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- Discipline of Public Health Medicine, School of Nursing and Public Health, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Mazisi Kunene Road, Durban, 4041, South Africa
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- Discipline of Public Health Medicine, School of Nursing and Public Health, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Mazisi Kunene Road, Durban, 4041, South Africa
- Cancer and Infectious Diseases Epidemiology Research Unit (CIDERU), College of Health Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa
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Sanders T, Rhodes H, Boscia J, Biswas S. Predictors of Facial Fractures in Trauma Patients: Retrospective Review at a Level I Trauma Center. Am Surg 2023; 89:3803-3810. [PMID: 37526073 DOI: 10.1177/00031348231173974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND The incidence and causes of facial fractures differ between patients, but patterns arise within populations. These patterns vary by gender, age, and between countries. This study aims to determine variables to identify patients at risk for facial fractures in a United States trauma population. METHODS This is a single-center study of Trauma Registry data, inclusive of years July 1, 2016, to January 31, 2022. Inclusion criteria were based upon all trauma patients. Confirmation of a non-isolated facial fracture (dependent variable) was verified using ICD10 diagnosis codes. A logistic regression was performed in SPSS to ascertain the effects of predictor variables on the likelihood that a trauma patient will experience a facial fracture. RESULTS 20377 patients were included in the analysis based upon the requirements specified in the methods section; 1575 (7%) had a positive facial fracture. The logistic regression model was statistically significant (N = 18507, P < .01). Significant risk factors for facial fracture identified included helicopter transport (OR = 1.35, P < .01) and increasing injury severity scores (OR = 1.07, P < .01). Modes of injury most likely to predict facial fracture included assault (OR = 6.62, P < .01), moped (OR = 2.02, P < .01), and motorcycle trauma (OR = 1.55, P < .01). The discharge disposition most likely among facial fracture patients included short-term general hospital (OR = 1.71, P < .01) and intermediate care facility (OR = 4.47, P < .01). CONCLUSIONS Patients with traumatic injuries from assault, moped, and motorcycle accidents were more likely to present with facial fractures. These patients had more severe injuries, seen as increased ISS scores, higher likelihood of transport by helicopter, and the need for additional care after discharge.
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- Thomas Sanders
- University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia SC, USA
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- University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia SC, USA
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Al-Ali MA, Mousa HM, Nibelle I, Hefny AF. Camel-Related Facial Injuries: A Seven-Year Retrospective Study. Clin Pract 2023; 13:889-897. [PMID: 37623262 PMCID: PMC10453722 DOI: 10.3390/clinpract13040081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2023] [Revised: 07/12/2023] [Accepted: 07/23/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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Facial injuries caused by camels can be associated with adverse long-term effects on patients' quality of life. We aimed to investigate camel-related facial injuries in Al-Ain City, UAE, focusing on their incidence, types, mechanisms, anatomical distribution, and outcomes, to enhance preventive measures. We retrospectively collected data from all patients who were admitted to our hospital with camel-related facial injuries from January 2014 through January 2021. Thirty-six patients were included; all were males, with a mean (range) age of 31 (14-66) years, 29 (80.5%) were camel caregivers. The most common mechanisms of injury were falling while riding a camel and camel kicks. The head was the most commonly injured region in 52.7%. Twenty-three (63.8%) patients had facial bone fractures. The middle third of the face accounted for 71.4% of the bony fractures. The most performed surgical procedures in our patients were soft tissue laceration repair and open reduction with internal fixation of fractures (ORIF). Camel-related facial injuries affect young adult male camel caregivers working on camel farms. Orbital and maxillary bone fractures are the most predominant fractures requiring operative management. Legislation for compulsory helmet usage may reduce the incidence of these injuries and their serious consequences.
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- Mohamed A. Al-Ali
- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; (M.A.A.-A.); (H.M.M.)
- Department of Otolaryngology, Al Ain Hospital, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates;
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; (M.A.A.-A.); (H.M.M.)
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Al Ain Hospital, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates;
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; (M.A.A.-A.); (H.M.M.)
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Lin C, Wu J, Yang C, Zhang C, Xu B, Zhang Y, Zhang S. Classifying and standardizing panfacial trauma according to anatomic categories and Facial Injury Severity Scale: a 10-year retrospective study. BMC Oral Health 2021; 21:557. [PMID: 34724954 PMCID: PMC8559398 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-021-01900-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 10/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background The purpose of this study was to identify the epidemiologic factors of panfacial fractures (PFs), and to evaluate the significance of anatomic PF categories and the Facial Injury Severity Scale (FISS) in classifying and standardizing panfacial injuries. Methods A retrospective review of all patients treated with PFs at our institution between June 2010 and April 2021 was performed. PF was defined as a concurrent fracture in at least 3 of 4 facial subunits (frontal, upper midface, lower midface, and mandible). Data regarding patient demographics, causes of injury, location of fractures, major concomitant injuries, and postinjury complications were collected, and the FISS score was collected from each patient. Statistical analysis was performed using IBM SPSS Statistics version 22.0. Results A total of 227 patients were enrolled. The most commonly fractured bones were the maxillary sinus wall (92.1%), mandible (82.8%), and zygomatic arch (75.3%), and the most common fracture sites in PFs were graphically presented. Four PF patterns were defined: FULM (n = 60), FUL (n = 39), ULM (n = 127), and FUM (n = 1). There was a significant association between PF patterns and sex (p = 0.018), the number of concomitant injuries (p = 0.014), and early surgical airway management (p = 0.003). Different PF patterns were significantly correlated with different types of concomitant injuries and complications. The FISS score showed a significant difference with PF patterns (p = 0.000) and sex (p = 0.007), and a FISS value of 11 or more is the appropriate cutoff for the prediction of multiple concomitant injuries and complications. Conclusions Both the anatomic PF categories and FISS were significantly correlated with various concomitant injuries and complications. The combination of PF categories and FISS provided a better positive and negative prediction of concomitant injuries and complications for PF patients. Patients with FULM and FISS > 11 had an obviously higher proportion of the need for multiprofessional treatment. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12903-021-01900-w.
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- Chengzhong Lin
- The 2nd Dental Center, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine; College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University; National Center for Stomatology; National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Oral and Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine; College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University; National Center for Stomatology; National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Oral and Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine; College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University; National Center for Stomatology; National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Oral and Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine; College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University; National Center for Stomatology; National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Oral and Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine; College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University; National Center for Stomatology; National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Oral and Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine; College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University; National Center for Stomatology; National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Oral and Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine; College of Stomatology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University; National Center for Stomatology; National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Shanghai, China.
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