Emergency care of maxillo-facial injuries.
Maxillo-facial injuries require immediate first-aid treatment such as the establishment of a free airway, control of hemorrhage and treatment of shock. Support of the facial structures and positioning of the patient face-downwards are essential life-saving measures. Anxiety concerning facial appearance has an adverse influence on the patient's recovery. Early evacuation to an Advanced Treatment Centre for medical and dental care is of prime importance.
D000059:Accidents; D004630:Emergencies; D006801:Humans; D008446:Maxillofacial Injuries / Q000628:therapy*; D006472:Oral Hemorrhage / Q000628:therapy; D011584:Psychology; D012774:Shock, Traumatic / Q000628:therapy; D014140:Tracheotomy; D014948:Wounds, Gunshot