Craniofacial Injury Patterns and Predictors for Pediatric Non-Accidental Trauma
NAT cases in pediatric facial trauma present with distinct injury patterns, particularly soft tissue injuries, lateral facial involvement, and associated traumatic brain injuries. These findings can improve clinical recognition of potential abuse and inform the development of targeted screening protocols.
Authors
- Andrew Meci (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9863-5810)
- Jessyka G. Lighthall
Institutions
- Pennsylvania State University (US)
- Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
- Published
- 2025-12-23
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/scs.0000000000012343
- Primary Topic
- Facial Trauma and Fracture Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00