International journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Publisher:
Munksgaard,. Copenhagen : Churchill Livingstone
Frequency: Monthly, 2006-
Country: Denmark
Language: English
Author(s):
International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
Start Year:1986 -
ISSN:
0901-5027 (Print)
1399-0020 (Electronic)
0901-5027 (Linking)
1399-0020 (Electronic)
0901-5027 (Linking)
Impact Factor
2.4
2022
| NLM ID: | 8605826 |
| (DNLM): | SR0056553(s) |
| (OCoLC): | 13320581 |
| Coden: | IJOSE9 |
| LCCN: | sn 86035017 |
| Classification: | W1 IN77TP |
Equine-related facial fractures. Horseback riding is a common recreational activity that can cause injuries to both mounted and dismounted participants. This study examines the patterns of equine-related maxillofacial fractures presenting in a tertiary referral centre. Patients presenting over an 11-year period from 1996 to 2006 with equine-related maxillofacial fractures were identified through the trauma database. The extent of the injuries, surgical treatment and follow-up details were documented. 45 patients were identified, with an increasing incidence over the study period. 69% were male and 31% female. 31% of patients ...