Utility of Antibiotic Use in Pediatric Facial Fractures: A Systematic Review

Jacqueline Tucker, Madison Oxford, Kasra Ziai, Jessyka G. Lighthall

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Abstract

Background: In regard to antibiotic stewardship, it is important to understand the appropriate time to prescribe antibiotics in pediatric facial fracture management. Objective: To evaluate the utility of antibiotics in pediatric facial fractures and determine situational variables influencing appropriate antibiotic prescription. Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted in PubMed, Cochrane, and Web of Science databases for articles published from 2000 to 2022. Inclusion criteria consisted of all studies assessing pediatric facial fractures that mentioned antibiotic use. Results: A total of 13 studies were included in the full review. The reviewed studies comprised 31 pediatric patients ranging from 6 months to 18 years old. Most studies were case reports and case series (N = 9). Antibiotics were prescribed for the majority (96.7%) of patients. Antibiotic regimens varied by timing of administration, antibiotic used, and dosage. Fracture locations also varied widely, including orbital, zygomatic, nasal, mandibular, and maxillary fractures. Conclusions: Additional studies with more substantial evidence are needed to fully understand the situational appropriateness of antibiotic use in pediatric facial fractures.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)431-436
Number of pages6
JournalFacial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine
Volume26
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Jul 1 2024

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Surgery

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