Trauma Face-Off: Current Controversies in Maxillofacial Trauma

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The management of maxillofacial trauma is complex, and in many cases, definitive best practices are lacking for many situations. In addition, care of the maxillofacial trauma patient has continued to evolve with the introduction of emerging technology, such as endoscopes and computer-aided design and manufacturing. In this debate-style format, experienced facial trauma surgeons will discuss the current evidence and their preferred methodology when approaching challenging facial trauma cases. Using the polling system, audience members will decide on the most persuasive presenter. Additional discussions on the nuances in certain facial trauma scenarios will help reduce uncertainty in management protocols and improve the perioperative decision-making for attendees. Concepts that will be explored include approaches to subcondylar fractures, management of the frontal sinus fracture and necessity for single versus multipoint fixation in zygomaticomaxillary complex fractures. Join us as we highlight the experts’ perspectives to resolve some of the current controversies in maxillofacial trauma.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 1: Compare and contrast the current attitudes and approaches to various traumatic facial injuries

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 2: Recognize the advantages and disadvantages associated with novel advances in technology in the care of the maxillofacial trauma patient

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 3: Manage the complications related to different treatment approaches for common maxillofacial injuries

BACKGROUND STATEMENT: With limited evidence-based literature and recent technological advances, there is a need to discuss the varied approaches to care of the facial trauma patient. A debate-style format will engage the audience to resolve or upend their current views.