Maxillo-facial fractures--a retrospective analysis of 285 cases

A retrospective analysis of 285 patients who had sustained maxillojacial fractures over a period of a decade was undertaken. The commonest cause of injury was motor vehicle accidents (71.9%). The mandibular body was the most common site fractured. 80% of the patients were males and almost 50% were Chinese. Practically all types of fixation were employed. The results obtained were satisfactory.