Kamulegeya, AdrianeLakor, FrancisKabenge, Kate2022-12-162022-12-162009Kamulegeya, A., Lakor, F., & Kabenge, K. (2009). Oral maxillofacial fractures seen at a Ugandan tertiary hospital: a six-month prospective study. Clinics, 64(9), 843-848.doi: 10.1590/S1807-593220090009000041807-5932https://nru.uncst.go.ug/handle/123456789/6354A six-month prospective study was conducted. Data collected included socio-demographic factors, type and etiology of injury, additional fractures, and post-surgery complications. One hundred thirty-two (132) cases ranging from 5–70 yrs of age were reported, with a male: female ratio of 7.7:1. The 21–30 yr age group was the largest, comprising 51.51% of cases (n=68). Road traffic accidents contributed to 56.06% (n=74) of fractures. In total, 66% of the sample (n=87) suffered isolated mandibular fractures. Symphyseal and maxillary fractures were the most common mandibular and mid-facial fractures, respectively. Among associated fractures, the femur was most affected. A total of 39 (29.54%) of patients had post-operative complications, of which infection accounted for 48.71% (n= 19), and malocclusion accounted for 17.94% (n=7). Anticipated changes in maxillofacial trauma trends necessitate regular epidemiologic studies of facial fractures to allow for development and implementation of timely novel preventive measures.enTrauma; Facial injuries; Maxillofacial fracturesArticle