Epidemiology of maxillofacial injury among adults in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review

Epidemiology of maxillofacial injury among adults in sub-Saharan Africa: a scoping review

Abstract Background Injuries remain one of the leading causes of death globally. These disproportionately affect young adults and are particularly prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Maxillofacial injuries (MI) pose significant challenges to public health systems. However, much remains unknown re...

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Main Authors: Adekunle I. Adeleke, Mbuzeleni Hlongwa, Sizwe Makhunga, Themba G. Ginindza
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-11-01
Series:Injury Epidemiology
Subjects:
Maxillofacial injury/facial trauma
Epidemiology
Risk factors
Cost
Sub-Saharan Africa
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40621-023-00470-5

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s40621-023-00470-5

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