Mandibular Fractures: A 10 Years Retrospective Study

Purpose: The purpose of the study is to evaluate changing trends in mandibular fractures over the last 10 year period. Mandible the largest and strongest bone is the second most commonly involved bone in trauma. Also there is association between etiology and site of fracture. With the advent of high speed machineries and well developed roads, multiple fractures become more prevalent. Also there is association between the multiple fracture sites. This study helps to evaluate common fracture site, age and sex prevalence, etiology etc.

Methods: A retrospective analysis of patients operated for maxillofacial trauma over a period of last 10 years was done. Detailed information regarding their age, sex, etiology, site of fracture etc are collected and analysed.

Results: Most commonly affected are males of age 21 to 30 years. Parasymphysis is the most commonly involved single site and in multiple fracture, most common combination is parasymphysis and condyle.

Conclusion: Epidemological studies are important to know the prevalance, to identify particular etiology and to formulate ideal preventive measures. Also multiple fractures are becoming more prevalant, so it is important for the clinician to do thorough examination not to miss out multiple findings and to provide appropriate care.