Fragile Faces: Delving into Medicolegal Tapestry of Facial Injuries Gupta Richa1, Chakotiya Pranay Singh2, Kumar Alok3, Mittal Anjesh4,*, Swamy BGNLN5 1Associate Professor and Head, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, SN Medical College, Agra 2Assistant Professor, Plastic Surgery Department of Surgery, S.N Medical College, Agra 3Registrar, UP. State Medical Faculty, Lucknow 4Post Graduate Resident, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, SN Medical College, Agra 5Post Graduate Resident, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, SN Medical College, Agra *Corresponding Author: Dr. Anjesh Mittal, Post Graduate Resident, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, SN Medical College, Agra, E-mail: mittalanjesh@gmail.com, Contact : +919557474740
Online Published on 24 December, 2024. Abstract Introduction As per the report of ministry of home affair by government of India 1 accident occurs in every 2 minutes with the accident rate corresponding to 45 per 100000 population. This study aims to analyse the medicolegal aspects of 128 cases of facial injuries, shedding light on the diverse patterns and associated legal implications. Material and Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted on 128 cases reported in our hospital, examining demographic details, injury characteristics, and medicolegal considerations. Result The findings revealed a spectrum of facial injuries caused by various mechanisms, including accidents and assaults. Demographic patterns underscored the vulnerability of certain populations and seasonal variation in incidence. Medicolegal scrutiny highlighted legal intricacies, contributing to a nuanced understanding of these cases. Conclusion This research provides valuable insights into the multifaceted nature of facial injuries, offering a foundation for targeted interventions and legal frameworks. Understanding the demographic profile and medicolegal dimensions is essential for comprehensive management and prevention strategies. Top Keywords Facial Injury, Retrospective Analysis, Trauma Severity Indices, Demography. Top |