Advanced Technology Needed for Pediatric Facial Fractures

 

Advanced Technology Needed for Pediatric Facial Fractures

While children are going to suffer scrapes or bruises at some point in their life, there are more severe injuries that children could sustain. Many kids will experience a bone fracture at some point, typically from a fall, which is going to lead to a fracture of the radius or ulna. However, it is also possible for children to suffer facial fractures as well. Serious car crashes could lead to children striking their face on the window or dashboard. Due to their shorter stature, the distance between their face and the dashboard is shortened as well, which makes it easier for this type of injury to occur. When a child has sustained a facial fracture, there are a host of complications that can develop, which is why advanced technology is needed to ensure a successful recovery. If extensive injuries are present, proper care is vital for a full recovery.

A Case Report: Advanced Technology for a Successful Repair

A team of medical professionals published a case report describing an injury that a child sustained in a car accident. A 9-year-old girl was riding in the front passenger seat when their car was struck by a truck. The child hit her face on the window of their vehicle and sustained serious injuries. She was transported to the local hospital where imaging was performed. She was diagnosed with multiple fractures of her eye socket, nose, and surrounding facial bones. After this imaging, she was taken to the operating room where her fractures were repaired. The surgeon used a particular type of biological material that would be reabsorbed over time. The child eventually made a full recovery. However, complications can also develop from this injury.

Complications can Develop from this Injury

It is important to note that the surgeon who repaired the child's injuries used a particular type of biological absorbent material. After sustaining severe fractures such as these, the bones will need to be held in place as they heal. However, one of the challenges with children is that they grow over time. If the bones are locked in place, the facial structure may not be allowed to grow with the rest of the child. This can lead to some severe aesthetic issues. Therefore, using this specialized equipment is critical. Over time, the material will dissolve into the rest of the bodily tissues. However, they will still persist long enough for the entirety of the healing process to take place. This kind of medical equipment has made a difference in the management of pediatric facial fractures.

Legal Help for Parents of Injured Children

When a child has been seriously injured, this can be heartbreaking for parents. They could feel the emotional drain of having their child in the hospital, possibly undergoing multiple surgical procedures accompanied by a stay in the intensive care unit. This can be a challenge for anyone to deal with. However, there is financial stress as well. These include:

• Deductibles: While families without health insurance could be at a loss, even those with health insurance could be struggling to make their payments. These plans are often accompanied by large deductibles that parents may be unable to pay.
• Coinsurance: Some plans also have coinsurance, where parents could be forced to pay a percentage of the total hospital bill. Even 10% or 20% of a hospital bill could mean thousands of dollars that must be paid out of pocket.
• Claim Denials: What happens if a health insurance company refuses to pay out a claim altogether?

Speaking with a lawyer could help a family find answers to these questions. An experienced lawyer is able to negotiate with insurance companies to get them to honor their contract. They can also conduct a thorough investigation to make sure that no accident detail is overlooked.

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