An Overview Of Jaw And Base Skull Trauma, Role Of Health Management, Nursing, Radiology Team And Or Technician In The Management

Abstract

Cranio-maxillofacial injuries commonly occur in trauma patients either alone or in combination with other severe injuries. Unlike maxillofacial injuries, which occur as a result of a direct contact, fractures of the central skull base and lateral skull base (petrous bone) are typically generated by a lateral or sagittal force applied to the skull, making them indirect fractures. The traditional prominent function of conventional imaging in patients with isolated injuries to the viscerocranium is diminishing. Spiral multislice CT is gradually replacing panoramic radiographs, Waters views, and axial films for maxillofacial trauma. Additionally, it is increasingly being used alongside the evaluation of mandibular trauma, which is a frequent issue encountered by plastic surgeons. Fractures can have a profound impact on the patient's health, resulting in infection and causing substantial discomfort. To prevent these complications, interventions involving closed or open reduction and fixation are necessary. Physicians should evaluate the injury's type, the patient's health background, and any comorbidities when deciding how to manage these injuries, there is roles as well for role of health management, nursing, radiology team and OR technician in the management.