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. 2016 Feb;137(2):424e-444e.
doi: 10.1097/01.prs.0000475760.09451.49.

Facial Fractures

Sophie Ricketts  1 , Hameet S Gill, Jeffery A Fialkov, Damir B Matic, Oleh M Antonyshyn
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Facial Fractures

Sophie Ricketts et al. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016 Feb.

Abstract

Learning objectives: After reading this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of some of the changes in aspects of facial fracture management. 2. Assess a patient presenting with facial fractures. 3. Understand indications and timing of surgery. 4. Recognize exposures of the craniomaxillofacial skeleton. 5. Identify methods for repair of typical facial fracture patterns. 6. Discuss the common complications seen with facial fractures.

Summary: Restoration of the facial skeleton and associated soft tissues after trauma involves accurate clinical and radiologic assessment to effectively plan a management approach for these injuries. When surgical intervention is necessary, timing, exposure, sequencing, and execution of repair are all integral to achieving the best long-term outcomes for these patients.

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