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

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