Orbital Trauma Epidemiologic Characteristics by Life Stage
Division
Far West
Hospital
Riverside Community Hospital
Document Type
Manuscript
Publication Date
8-17-2024
Keywords
craniofacial, epidemiology, geriatric, orbital injury, trauma
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences | Surgery | Trauma
Abstract
STUDY DESIGN: Retrospective database review.
OBJECTIVE: This study aims to characterize and compare the epidemiological factors of orbital trauma between life stages by utilizing the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS), a nationally representative database.
METHODS: The NEISS was queried for orbital injuries from 2013 to 2022. Demographic data, injury type, injury location, and product related to injury were compared across life stages defined as 0-5 years (young children), 6-17 years (adolescents), 18-64 years (working adults), and >65 years (elderly adults).
RESULTS: 7846 orbital injuries were reported in the NEISS from 2013-2022. Incidence increased in all age groups over the study period but was highest in elderly adults. There was a bimodal distribution in the frequency of orbital trauma, with peaks occurring at age(40.6%), with the highest rate observed in working adults. Elderly adults were more likely to be admitted to the hospital compared to working adults (RR 1.62 [1.49-1.77]).
CONCLUSIONS: The rate of orbital trauma is increasing over time, especially in elderly adults, highlighting the need for increased and improved preventative and education measures. The age-specific epidemiological factors identified in this study may help improve detection and management of injuries and guide public health initiatives.
Publisher or Conference
Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction
Recommended Citation
Irfan A, Punjabi N, Suresh A, Waldrop I, Inman JC, Sheets NW. Orbital Trauma Epidemiologic Characteristics by Life Stage. Craniomaxillofac Trauma Reconstr. Published online August 17, 2024. doi:10.1177/19433875241275102
