Dog bite- fracture of the mandible in a 9 month old infant: a case report
2009
Dog Bite Causes Mandible Fracture in 9-Month-Old
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Walker TWM, Modayil PC, Cascarini L, Collyer JC
Primary Institution: Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Queen Victoria Hospital
Conclusion
This case highlights the rarity of dog bites causing mandibular fractures in infants and the importance of thorough assessment of facial injuries.
Supporting Evidence
- Dog bites causing mandibular fractures are extremely rare.
- This case is believed to be the youngest patient with a fractured mandible due to a dog bite.
- Only two other cases of mandibular fractures from dog bites in children have been reported.
Takeaway
A 9-month-old girl got a broken jaw from a dog bite, which is very unusual for babies. Doctors had to do surgery to fix it.
Methodology
The child was assessed under anaesthetic, and the fracture was treated with open reduction and internal fixation using a titanium plate and screws.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
9-month-old female infant.
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