Management of Pediatric Condyle Fractures

The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
David M McGoldrickKevin McMillan

Abstract

Mandibular condyle fractures are a common type of facial fracture in children. The authors aimed to examine the demographics, etiology, treatment, and outcomes of these fractures managed in a single pediatric trauma unit. A retrospective review was performed of patients presenting to a pediatric hospital between 2003 and 2016 with mandibular condyle fractures. Initial data was extracted from a dedicated trauma database. Included patient's medical records and imaging were then reviewed. Data on demographics, etiology, fracture type, and treatment were recorded. Univariate statistical analysis was performed. Forty-four patients with 49 condyle fractures were included. The average age of patients was 11.4 years (range 3-15 years). A fall from a bicycle/scooter was the most common mechanism. Twenty-six fractures were isolated and 23 involved a further fracture of the mandibular arch. The condylar neck was the most common site of fracture (55%). There was no statistical significance between age (0-10 years, 10-16 years) and site of fracture or the presence of an associated arch fracture. The majority of isolated fractures (73%) were treated conservatively without inter-maxillary fixation. Thirty-nine patients attended the follow-up ...Continue Reading

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May 20, 2020·Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery·Linlin ZhangJian Chen
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