Maxillofacial injuries in pregnancy following domestic abuse: A challenge in management. Issue 6 (24th September 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Agarwal, Padmanidhi; Chug, Ashi; Bhatt, Sumit; Kumar, Shailesh; Jain, Kanav
• Is Part Of: Dental traumatology. Volume 36:Issue 6(2020)
• Page Start: 685
• Page End: 691
• Publication Date: 2020-09-24
• Subjects: domestic violence -- facial nerve -- fracture -- mandible -- maxillofacial injuries -- pregnancy; Teeth -- Wounds and injuries -- Periodicals; Dentistry, Operative -- Periodicals; Traumatology -- Periodicals; Endodontics -- Periodicals; 617.6
• DOI: 10.1111/edt.12595
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1600-4469

Abstract

Abstract: Domestic violence against women remains one of the most difficult obstacles in the growth of civilization. The maxillofacial region is commonly involved, and injuries are complex to characterize and manage due to diverse presentations, underlying physiological changes and sometimes an association with pregnancy complications, creating a challenge for the operating surgeon. This case report discusses the clinical presentation of maxillofacial injuries sustained by a pregnant woman who also had obstetric complications. The management of such trauma by a multidisciplinary squad led by the maxillofacial surgery team is outlined. Increasing awareness among oral healthcare providers for the early identification of interpersonal abuse along with timely intervention and adequate referral is important. Close monitoring and follow‐up are also mandatory.