The pattern of orbital walls fractures in north of Jordan

BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to examine the incidence and demographic characteristics of patients with orbital walls fractures who were treated in the department of oral and maxillofacial surgery of a tertiary hospital in Jordan. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A retrospective cohort study of patients with a diagnosis of with selected orbital walls fracture was designed and implemented, during a two-year period between January 2020 and December 2021. Information on patients treated for orbital walls fractures were retrieved and analyzed regarding age, sex, etiology, anatomical site, and treatment modality. Descriptive data presented as simple frequencies and percentages. RESULTS: A total of 76 patients with 100 orbital wall fractures, age range was 4-68 years old with a mean age 28 (SD±12), of whom were 53 (69.7%) were male and 23(30.3%) were female, with male:female ratio was 2:1. The most common etiology of all orbital walls fractures was RTA in 47 patients (61.8%; P ≤0.021), followed by violence in male patients. The most prevalent age-group was 21-30 years old with 16 patients (21.05%; P ≤0.235), and single orbital wall fractures 56 (56%) were more common than combined orbital wall fractures. CONCLUSIONS: In conclusion, this study will contribute to identifying the best clinical therapy and protective techniques for individuals with orbital fractures. Key words:Orbital fracture, Etiology, Orbital trauma, Road traffic accidents, Trauma.