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J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2021 Mar 29. Epub 2021 Mar 29.

William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak, Department of Otolaryngology, Royal Oak, MI.

Purpose: With the recent increase in popularity of electronic cigarette use in the United States, its harmful effects are not only limited to smoke inhalation, but also to the possibility of e-cigarette device malfunction. The purpose of this review is to characterize oromaxillofacial trauma secondary to electronic cigarette device explosion.

Methods: For this systematic review, PubMed and Embase were searched in October 2019 using the following search terms: e-cigarette burns, e-cigarette injury, and e-cigarette explosions, which yielded 400 studies. Read More

Arch Craniofac Surg 2021 Apr 20;22(2):93-98. Epub 2021 Apr 20.

Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Daegu Catholic University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea.

Background: Pediatric nasal fractures, unlike adult nasal fractures, are treated surgically as early as 7 days after the initial trauma. However, in some cases, a week or more elapses before surgery, and few studies have investigated the consequences of delayed surgery for pediatric nasal fractures. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the postoperative outcomes of pediatric nasal fractures according to the time interval between the initial trauma and surgery. Read More

J Craniofac Surg 2021 Apr 29. Epub 2021 Apr 29.

Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Konkuk University Chungju Hospital, Chungju, South Korea.

Abstract: The nasal packing material after closed reduction of nasal bone fracture may be bioabsorbable or nonbioabsorbable. To investigate the usefulness of the packing method using bioabsorbable and nonbioabsorbable materials simultaneously, a chart review was retrospectively performed involving 255 patients. Group A (n = 119), Nasopore (bioabsorbable) was cut appropriately and packed, and subsequently, supportive packing with Merocel (nonbioabsorbable) was performed. Read More

Injury 2021 Apr 1. Epub 2021 Apr 1.

R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Department of Orthopaedics, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Electronic address:

Objective: Infection after fracture fixation is a potentially devastating outcome, and surgical management is frequently unsuccessful at clearing these infections. The purpose of this study is to determine if factors can be identified that are associated with treatment failure after operative management of a deep surgical site infection.

Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the billing system at a Level I trauma center between March 2006 and December 2015. Read More

Ann Maxillofac Surg 2020 Jul-Dec;10(2):491-494. Epub 2020 Dec 23.

Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Biology and Health Science Department, Western Parana State University, Cascavel, Brazil.

Introduction: The zygomatic complex is integral to the facial contour, protection of the eye and other facial structures, and dental occlusion. Its importance in facial function and aesthetics requires high quality outcomes of the treatment.

Case Presentation: This paper reports the case of a 46-year-old man who had an occupational accident resulting in extensive facial trauma and zygomatic fractures. Read More

J Craniofac Surg 2021 Mar-Apr 01;32(2):541-545

Department of Otorhinolaryngology, The Jikei University School of Medicine.

Abstract: Treatment of orbital floor fracture is often needed to cure diplopia and enophthalmos. However, the available surgical methods have many limitations. An endoscopic endonasal reduction is a familiar approach for otolaryngologists; however, reconstruction of the orbital floor may pose certain problems. Read More

J Craniofac Surg 2021 Mar 4. Epub 2021 Mar 4.

Department of Plastic Surgery, Inha University School of Medicine Department of Plastic Surgery, Inha University Hospital, Incheon, South Korea.

Abstract: The authors report a case of nasal bone fracture caused by a dog bite in a 25-year-old woman.A 25-year-old woman presented with lacerations of the face caused by a dog bite. When visiting her friend's house, a malamute attacked her. Read More

Zhongguo Xiu Fu Chong Jian Wai Ke Za Zhi 2021 Feb;35(2):195-199

Department of Orthopaedics, the 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, Kunming Yunnan, 650032, P.R.China.

Objective: To investigate the effectiveness of the nose ring drain (NRD) technique combined with Ilizarov circular external fixation in treatment of Gustilo ⅢA Pilon fracture.

Methods: Between March 2017 and December 2019, 17 patients with Gustilo ⅢA Pilon fractures were admitted and treated with NRD technique combined with Ilizarov circular external fixation. Among them, there were 11 males and 6 females; the age ranged from 24 to 63 years, with an average of 38. Read More

Ear Nose Throat J 2021 Feb 11:145561320984560. Epub 2021 Feb 11.

ENT Division, University of Eastern Piedmont, Novara, Italy.

Purpose: COVID-19 pandemic transformed the health system response worldwide. The aim of this study is to report changes about numbers and reason for ENT consultations in emergency department (ED) during COVID-19 pandemic comparing with those occurred the previous year (2019).

Methods: Data about patients admitted to adult and pediatric ED were collected from March 1 to May 31, 2019 and 2020. Read More

Rev Col Bras Cir 2021 13;48:e20202581. Epub 2021 Jan 13.

- Universidade Luterana do Brasil, Odontologia - Canoas - RS - Brasil.

Understanding the cause, severity, and elapsed time for the restoration of the functions of maxillofacial injuries can contribute to the establishment of clinical priorities aiming at effective treatment and further prevention of facial trauma. The objective of this study was to understand the factors associated with the restoration of mastication, ocular, and nasal functions in the face of trauma victims, estimating their recovery time after surgical treatment. We analyzed 114 medical records of patients treated at the Hospital Montenegro, who attended follow-up consultations for up to 180 days. Read More

J Craniofac Surg 2021 Jan 7;Publish Ahead of Print. Epub 2021 Jan 7.

Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Tokyo Women's Medical University, Tokyo, Japan.

Abstract: Nasomaxillary fracture is a characteristic mid-facial fracture, and there are no reports showing the fracture damaging the nasolacrimal system (NLS). This report described nasomaxillary fracture cases with NLS damages, which were assessed by computed tomographic dacryocystography (CT-DCG). A retrospective cohort study of nasomaxillary fractures diagnosed by CT was conducted from 2007 to 2015. Read More

J Craniofac Surg 2021 Jan 7;Publish Ahead of Print. Epub 2021 Jan 7.

Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, The University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS.

Introduction: The stage of maturation of the pediatric facial skeleton at the time of injury has a significant impact on both facial fracture patterns and management strategies. For instance, the relative prominence of the pediatric cranium during the early years of life affords protection to the structures of the midface, whereas delayed aeration of the frontal sinuses may predispose younger patients to frontal bone fractures. The dentition status of a pediatric patient may have similar implications in the setting of facial fracture. Read More

Plast Reconstr Surg 2021 01;147(1):65-67

From the Fondation Saint Jean de Dieu; the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Adolphe-Rotschild Fondation; the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Kremlin-Bicêtre AP-HP University Hospital; the Division of Facial Plastic Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, McGill University; and the Department of Head and Neck Oncology, Gustave Roussy Institut.

Summary: Reduction of a nasal hump and nasal base narrowing are very common steps during a primary rhinoplasty procedure. The greatest difficulty is to obtain stable fracture lines, a natural appearance, beautiful dorsal aesthetic lines, and the absence of palpable or visible irregularities, especially in the long term. The surgeon strives for a reproducible technique, which seems to be more feasible with mechanical osteotomies (powered or piezoelectric) than with traditional manual osteotomies. Read More

J Oral Maxillofac Surg 2021 04 2;79(4):894.e1-894.e5. Epub 2020 Dec 2.

Resident of Otolaryngology, Otorhinolaryngology Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.

Purpose: Nasal bone fracture is a common maxillofacial injury, which is usually managed under local anesthesia because it is fast and effective but painful. We designed this study to see if pre-emptive analgesia with acetaminophen can reduce the pain associated with nasal bone reduction under local anesthesia.

Patients And Methods: This was a triple-blind, randomized clinical trial. Read More

Ear Nose Throat J 2020 Dec 11:145561320981439. Epub 2020 Dec 11.

ENT Department, Northwick Park Hospital, London, United Kingdom.

Objectives: Nasal bone fractures are a common presentation to the Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) surgeon. Simple, closed fractures are assessed and considered for closed manipulation under anesthesia (MUA #nasal bones). Most departments perform this under general anesthesia (GA). Read More

Arch Craniofac Surg 2020 Oct 20;21(5):283-287. Epub 2020 Oct 20.

Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Institute of Health Sciences, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University School of Medicine, Jinju, Korea.

Background: Closed reduction is the standard treatment for nasal bone fractures, which are the most common type of facial bone fractures. We investigated the effect of closed reduction on quality of life.

Methods: The 15-dimensional health-related quality of life survey was administered to 120 patients who underwent closed reduction under general anesthesia for nasal bone fractures from February 2018 to December 2019, on both the day after surgery and 3 months after surgery. Read More

Anesth Pain Med 2020 Aug 25;10(4):e102946. Epub 2020 Aug 25.

Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.

Objectives: To compare the sedative effects of dexmedetomidine alfentanil versus ketamine-alfentanil in patients undergoing closed reduction of nasal fractures on the basis of intraoperative hemodynamic changes, satisfaction of patients and surgeons, and the adverse effects.

Methods: Sixty patients with ASA class 1 or 2 were randomized to either of two groups, a dexmedetomidine alfentanil group (DA group; n = 30) or a ketamine-alfentanil group (KA group; n = 30). Hemodynamic parameters, oxygenation status, adverse events, the satisfaction of patients and surgeons, and postoperative pain scores by visual analog scale (VAS) were recorded at specific time intervals during the trial. Read More

Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2020 Dec 23;72(4):457-462. Epub 2020 Jun 23.

Health and Family Welfare (UT of J&K), 1 C, Phase 1, Beauty Avenue, Amritsar, 143001 India.

With expanding dimensions and an eminent member of trauma team many Ear Nose Throat specialists are exposed to Oro-maxillofacial trauma. Mandibular angle is a difficult region to operate owing to its unique anatomy. Anglefractures form around 30-40% of the mandibular fracture. Read More

J Craniofac Surg 2020 Oct 8. Epub 2020 Oct 8.

Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Tokyo Women's Medical University, School of Medicine, 8-1 Kawada-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-8666, Japan.

A 74-year-old man presented with hemorrhage from the mandible after an injury caused by a 5 × 3 × 3-cm metal square column flying from a 45-ton press machine that struck the right side of his face. He is a known atrial fibrillation patient and is on rivaroxaban, a direct oral anticoagulant. An approximately 8-cm Y-shaped wound with persistent hemorrhage was observed in the right mandible, and the mandible was displaced between the right mandibular canine and first premolar. Read More

HNO 2020 Sep 29. Epub 2020 Sep 29.

HNO-Zentrum Rhein-Neckar, Mannheim, Deutschland.

Background: Nasal dorsum deprojection is a very important tool in functional and aesthetic rhinoplasty. In classic techniques, resection of dorsal bone and cartilage renders dorsal reconstruction necessary. The concept of dorsal preservation rhinoplasty has been known for more than a century but has experienced a renaissance in recent years, with many critical technical modifications. Read More

Lin Chung Er Bi Yan Hou Tou Jing Wai Ke Za Zhi 2020 May;34(5):452-455

Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery，Longgang ENT Hospital，Shenzhen，518172，China.

To investigate the diagnosis and evaluation methods of nasal bone fractures after nasal trauma, and the guiding significance of three-dimensional CT imaging technology for its treatment. A total of 255 patients with nasal bone fractures were randomly selected from our hospital. All patients underwent CT scan of the nasal bones and reconstructed on a computer system. Read More

Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2020 08;163(2):394

Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2020 08;163(2):394-395

J Craniofac Surg 2020 Oct;31(7):1910-1913

Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ.

Purpose: Motor vehicle collisions (MVC) are a leading cause of unintentional death and injury in the US pediatric population. Compliance with prevention measures such as seatbelts and child safety seats varies considerably with patient demographics. In this study, the authors examine facial fracture secondary to MVC in an urban pediatric population. Read More

Arch Craniofac Surg 2020 Jun 29;21(3):166-170. Epub 2020 Jun 29.

Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Daegu Catholic University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea.

Background: The standard treatment of nasal bone fractures in pediatric patients is closed reduction. Conservative treatment is sometimes performed, but poses a risk of nasal deformity. The aim of this study was to evaluate the outcomes of bone remodeling in pediatric nasal fractures. Read More

Ear Nose Throat J 2021 Feb 30;100(1_suppl):73S-76S. Epub 2020 Jun 30.

Department of ENT, 105590Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham, United Kingdom.

Objectives: Otosclerosis is a disease process that usually starts around the oval window, causing fixation of the stapes, resulting in conductive hearing loss. Treatment of the conductive hearing loss caused by otosclerosis consists of either rehabilitation with hearing aids or performing surgery. Given the risks of hearing impairment and vertigo associated with the surgery, there has been a desire to advance the practice to minimize the complications. Read More

Case Rep Crit Care 2020 4;2020:2425973. Epub 2020 Jun 4.

Advent Health, Orlando, FL, USA.

Objective: This case describes symptomatic pulmonary cement embolism as a rare postvertebroplasty complication and highlights its critical yet ill-defined management.

Background: Pulmonary cement embolism (PCE) is a feared complication of vertebroplasty in the treatment of vertebral fractures. While the majority of PCEs are asymptomatic, symptomatic PCEs often present with chest pain, tachycardia, signs of severe respiratory distress, and death. Read More

Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol 2020 Nov 6;129(11):1120-1128. Epub 2020 Jun 6.

Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, USA.

Background: Nasal fractures constitute the largest proportion of facial trauma each year, however, there is no consensus management. In this study, we investingated the role of the consultant and the functional and aesthetic outcomes of procedures performed to address nasal bone fractures.

Methods: A retrospective chart review of patients who sustained nasal bone fractures was conducted from 8/1/14 through 1/23/18. Read More

Ear Nose Throat J 2020 May 29:145561320930927. Epub 2020 May 29.