Nasal Bone Fracture (NBF): A Retrospective Study on Epidemiology and Treatment Outcomes in the Omani Population

Purpose To investigate the epidemiology, etiology, treatment outcomes, and sequelae of nasal bone fractures (NBFs) in the Omani population, which may contribute to developing better treatment approaches and preventive strategies. Materials and methods A retrospective chart review was conducted at Al Nahdha Hospital from January 2012 to January 2017. Data on demographics, injury mechanisms, treatment modalities, and outcomes were collected for 453 patients with NBFs. All patients with fresh NBFs, children, or adults of both genders, were included. Of these, 171 patients underwent nasal bone reduction under general anesthesia (GA). The collected data included the patients' age, gender, cause of injury, treatment, and surgical outcome. SPSS was used for data collection and analysis. Results Sports-related injuries, particularly football, were the most common cause (35.97%), followed by accidental falls (32.92%), road traffic accidents (17.68%), and assaults (12.82%). Most cases (98.8%) were managed with closed reduction, with a satisfactory outcome in 85.81%. However, 14.18% experienced residual deformities requiring further surgery. The highest frequency of displaced NBF was in the 21-30 age group, with males being the predominant patients. Conclusion NBFs are particularly common among young males (21-30 years). Sports injuries, falls, and road traffic accidents are the primary causes. Timely and appropriate management is crucial to minimize long-term complications. Hence, an emphasis on health education and preventive measures for sport injuries among the young population is required.