Facial Trauma in E-Scooter vs. Bicycle Accidents: A Retrospective Comparative Analysis in a Metropolitan Setting.

IF 2.3 3区医学 Q2 DENTISTRY, ORAL SURGERY & MEDICINE

Dental Traumatology Pub Date : 2025-05-26 DOI:10.1111/edt.13074

Florian Dudde, Lawik Revend, Doha Revend, Oliver Schuck, Manfred Giese

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Abstract

Aim: The increasing prevalence of E-Scooters has led to a rise in related injuries, particularly affecting the maxillofacial region. While bicycle-related facial trauma is well-documented, comparative data on E-Scooter injuries remain rare. This study aims to analyze and compare facial trauma patterns between E-Scooter and bicycle accidents in a metropolitan setting.

Materials and methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted at the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, including patients with facial trauma from E-Scooter or bicycle accidents between January 2023 and July 2024. Demographic data, accident characteristics, and injury patterns, including dental trauma, soft tissue injuries, and fractures, were analyzed using Chi-squared tests, independent t-tests, and Fisher's exact test.

Results: A total of 272 patients were included, with 84 (30.9%) sustaining E-Scooter-related injuries and 188 (69.1%) bicycle-related injuries. E-Scooter users were significantly younger (36.5 ± 12.4 vs. 47.0 ± 14.2 years, p < 0.001) and more often female (64.3% vs. 33.0%, p < 0.001). Dental trauma was frequent in both groups, but tooth avulsions were significantly more common in E-Scooter accidents (53.6% vs. 19.7%, p < 0.001). Mandibular and nasal fractures occurred more frequently in E-Scooter users, while bicycle accidents resulted in more zygomatic and Le Fort fractures.

Conclusion: E-Scooter and bicycle accidents exhibit distinct facial trauma patterns, likely due to differences in injury mechanisms. These findings highlight the need for enhanced safety regulations, including the wearing of protective gear and targeted prevention strategies for E-Scooter users.

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电动踏板车与自行车事故的面部创伤：都市背景下的回顾性比较分析。

目的：电动滑板车的日益普及导致了相关伤害的增加，特别是影响到颌面区域。虽然与自行车相关的面部创伤有充分的记录，但电动滑板车损伤的比较数据仍然很少。本研究旨在分析比较都市环境下电动踏板车与自行车事故的面部创伤模式。材料与方法：回顾性分析口腔颌面外科2023年1月至2024年7月因电动滑板车或自行车事故造成面部创伤的患者。使用卡方检验、独立t检验和Fisher精确检验对人口统计数据、事故特征和损伤模式（包括牙外伤、软组织损伤和骨折）进行分析。结果：共纳入272例患者，其中电动滑板车相关损伤84例（30.9%），自行车相关损伤188例（69.1%）。结论：电动滑板车与自行车事故的面部创伤表现出明显的差异，可能是由于损伤机制的差异。这些发现强调了加强安全法规的必要性，包括对电动滑板车用户佩戴防护装备和有针对性的预防策略。

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Dental Traumatology 医学-牙科与口腔外科

CiteScore

6.40

自引率

32.00%

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审稿时长

6-12 weeks

期刊介绍： Dental Traumatology is an international journal that aims to convey scientific and clinical progress in all areas related to adult and pediatric dental traumatology. This includes the following topics: - Epidemiology, Social Aspects, Education, Diagnostics - Esthetics / Prosthetics/ Restorative - Evidence Based Traumatology & Study Design - Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery/Transplant/Implant - Pediatrics and Orthodontics - Prevention and Sports Dentistry - Endodontics and Periodontal Aspects The journal"s aim is to promote communication among clinicians, educators, researchers, and others interested in the field of dental traumatology.