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.
This is a retrospective study of 80 patients with major central and lateral middle third fractures of facial skeleton treated at University Hospital from 1981 to 1985. The most common was the fractures of zygomatic complex. The peak incidence was in the 20-29 year age group and males were involved more than females (ratio 9: 1). Road traffic accidents were to be blamed for most of the fractures which was 82.25%.