Trauma
This chapter begins by covering the initial assessment, and then describes advanced trauma life support and facial trauma, and priority setting in polytrauma, and contains a section on how to perform emergency procedures.
Abstract
Maxillofacial trauma can affect any part of the head and neck and frequently occurs in conjunction with injuries, particularly ophthalmic and neurosurgical. This chapter begins by covering the initial assessment, and then describes advanced trauma life support and facial trauma, and priority setting in polytrauma. It contains a section on how to perform emergency procedures. The initial management of head injuries and ocular injuries are both covered, followed by first aid, antibiotics, and how to manage tetanus. Definitive diagnosis, along with site-specific investigations, are explained, along with principles of management for various traumatic injuries.