Abstract
Background: The face is a relevant part of the body which serves as a tool for identification. As man goes through the rigors of life, it is at risk of injuries. The effect of these injuries and the outcome of its management can affect the socioeconomic and psychological status of these patients. Aim: To know those at risk of facial laceration and the part of the face that is most affected. Method: We carried out a clinical audit of patients managed for facial Laceration in Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Irrua Edo State, Nigeria from January 2008 to December 2011. Statistical analysis used: SPSS Result: There were 353 patients who had facial laceration as the main injury or part of their multiple injuries. Male to female ratio of those affected is 2.6: 1. Patients in the third decade of life are most affected followed by those in the first decade. Road traffic accident is the commonest aetiological factor. Conclusion: Facial laceration affects mostly the working class and students in higher institution. The part harboring the aesthetic features of the face is as vulnerable as the other part of the face. They are preventable.
Highlights
Laceration to the facial skin is commonly encountered in the care of the traumatized patient
The part harboring the aesthetic features of the face is as vulnerable as the other part of the face
This study seeks to know those who are affected by facial lacerations, their common causes and the distribution in relation to the facial bone injuries and the aesthetic features of the face
Summary
Laceration to the facial skin is commonly encountered in the care of the traumatized patient. They could occur in isolation, extend deep to involve the deeper soft tissues and even deeper to involve the facial skeleton. This study seeks to know those who are affected by facial lacerations, their common causes and the distribution in relation to the facial bone injuries and the aesthetic features of the face. As man goes through the rigors of life, it is at risk of injuries. The effect of these injuries and the outcome of its management can affect the socioeconomic and psychological status of these patients
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