Equine-related facial fractures.
Abstract: 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 were 16-30 years of age. 73% of fractures were in the midfacial region. 67% of patients were actively treated, with 60% of these patients requiring internal fixation. 64% of patients were hospitalized. Equine-related maxillofacial fractures frequently involve a young and predominantly female population, compared with facial fractures due to other causes. Midfacial fractures were the most common site of injury. Alcohol was rarely implicated. A high proportion of patients required surgery and hospitalization.
Publication Date: 2008-06-25 PubMed ID: 18583096DOI: 10.1016/j.ijom.2008.05.009Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research article focuses on the study of facial fractures caused by horse-related activities. It uses an 11-year data to identify the patterns, extent of injuries, and common treatments in a tertiary referral center.
Objective of The Study
- The objective of the research was to study the patterns of horse-related facial fractures over an 11-year period from 1996 to 2006. This involved examination and documentation of the nature of injuries, surgical treatment needed and details of patient follow-ups.
Participant Details and Findings
- 45 patients were identified in this study, and the findings showed an increasing incidence of such injuries over the reviewed period.
- Demographically, 69% of the patients were male, and 31% were female. The age group that registered 31% of patients was between 16 to 30 years old.
Pattern of Injuries and Treatment
- 73% of the facial fractures were located in the mid-facial region. This is identified as the most common area of injury among these patients, pointing to a specific pattern in these types of accidents.
- Regarding treatments, 67% of the patients received active treatment, with 60% of these patients requiring internal fixation, a surgical method for stabilizing fractured bones. Hospitalization was required for 64% of the patients.
Comparison of the Study Population
- The study found that facial fractures from horse-related activities generally affect a young population, and females are predominantly more than other causes of facial fractures.
Role of Alcohol
- The research found that alcohol was rarely implicated in these cases, suggesting that these incidents often occur during normal horse riding activities and not necessarily due to impaired judgment or control caused by alcohol.
Crux of The Study
- The study highlighted that horse-related activities can often contribute to facial fractures, especially in younger population and more often in women. Mid-facial fractures are the most common type of injury and most of these cases required surgical treatment and hospitalization.
Cite This Article
APA
Lee KH, Steenberg LJ.
(2008).
Equine-related facial fractures.
Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 37(11), 999-1002.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijom.2008.05.009 Publication
Researcher Affiliations
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Unit, Christchurch Hospital, Christchurch, New Zealand. klee1@gmp.usyd.edu.au
MeSH Terms
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Age Distribution
- Aged
- Animals
- Athletic Injuries / classification
- Athletic Injuries / etiology
- Athletic Injuries / therapy
- Child
- Facial Bones / injuries
- Female
- Fracture Fixation / methods
- Horses
- Humans
- Injury Severity Score
- Leisure Activities
- Male
- Maxillofacial Injuries / classification
- Maxillofacial Injuries / etiology
- Maxillofacial Injuries / therapy
- Middle Aged
- Sex Distribution
- Young Adult
Citations
This article has been cited 4 times.- Sritharan R, Blore CD, Gahir DS. Maxillofacial Horse Trauma: A 10-Year Retrospective Study at a UK Major Trauma Center. Craniomaxillofac Trauma Reconstr 2022 Sep;15(3):201-205.
- Stier R, Tavassol F, Dupke C, Rüter M, Jehn P, Gellrich NC, Spalthoff S. Retrospective analysis of 15 years of horse-related maxillofacial fracture data at a major German trauma center. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg 2022 Aug;48(4):2539-2546.
- Samieirad S, Tohidi E, Shahidi-Payam A, Hashemipour MA, Abedini A. Retrospective study maxillofacial fractures epidemiology and treatment plans in Southeast of Iran. Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal 2015 Nov 1;20(6):e729-36.
- Maloney B, Jung MS, Kearns G, Bowe C. Equestrian-related maxillofacial injuries-a five-year retrospective review. Ir J Med Sci 2025 Aug;194(4):1339-1346.
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