Citation

Das D, Salazar L. Emerg. Med. Pract. 2017; 19(4): 1-24.

Affiliation

Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Division of Emergency Ultrasound, Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine, Northwell Health-Staten Island University Hospital, Staten Island, NY.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2017, Pinnacle Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

28362252

Abstract

Patients with maxillofacial trauma require a careful evaluation due to the anatomical proximity of the maxillofacial region to the head and neck. Facial injuries can range from soft-tissue lacerations and nondisplaced nasal fractures to severe, complex fractures, eye injuries, and possible brain injury. Though the Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) guidelines provide a framework for the management of trauma patients, they do not provide a detailed reference for many subtle or complex facial injuries. This issue adds a more comprehensive and systematic approach to the secondary survey of the maxillofacial area and emergency department management of injuries to the face. In addition to an overall review of maxillofacial trauma pathophysiology, associated injuries, and physical examination, this review will also discuss relevant imaging, treatment, and disposition plans.

Language: en