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Epidemiological and Statistical Study of Facial Traumatic Fractures at Assiut University Trauma Hospital

Facial traumatic fractures represent a significant global and regional health burden that can impair essential functions such as breathing, speaking, and chewing, while carrying substantial functional and psychological consequences. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the epidemiological characteristics, causes, anatomical patterns, and clinical outcomes of facial traumatic fractures among patients presenting to the Trauma Hospital of Assiut University Hospitals between January 2025 and December 2028. In this observational study, researchers will systematically extract and review data from emergency admission records, hospital registries, and radiological archives. The collected data will include participant demographics (such as age, sex, residence, and occupation), the primary mechanism of trauma (such as road traffic accidents, falls, and assaults), the use of protective gear (such as seatbelts and helmets), and time intervals before hospital presentation. Imaging studies, including computed tomography (CT) and plain radiographs, will be analyzed to record the specific fracture sites, laterality, and injury complexity. The study will also document concomitant injuries across other body systems, the treatment modalities administered (conservative management versus surgical fixation), post-treatment complications, and length of hospital stay. The findings will help characterize current trauma trends in Upper Egypt to inform injury prevention strategies and assist in hospital resource allocation for maxillofacial trauma care.