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Background: Craniofacial trauma requires a multidisciplinary approach for optimal management. This study aims to evaluate the surgical outcomes of craniofacial trauma, focusing on contributions from Maxillofacial Surgery, Neurosurgery, Anesthesia, and Emergency Medicine departments.Methods: A retrospective observational study was conducted involving 100 patients treated for craniofacial trauma. Data on demographic parameters, types of injuries, surgical interventions, complications, and patient recovery were collected and analyzed. The results are summarized in Tables 1-5.Results: The study included 100 patients, with a gender distribution of 72% male and 28% female, and a mean age of 35.4 years (range: 18-70). Mandibular fractures were most common (45%), followed by zygomatic (30%), nasal (25%), and orbital fractures (20%). Lacerations (50%) were the most frequent soft tissue injury. Maxillofacial surgical interventions primarily included open reduction and internal fixation (55%), while Neurosurgery performed craniotomies (10%) and conservative management (77%). General anesthesia was used in 70% of cases. Initial stabilization by Emergency Medicine was universal (100%), with ATLS protocols followed in 90%.Complications included superficial infections (8%), deep infections (3%), temporary (5%) and permanent (2%) neurological deficits, malocclusion (7%), vision impairment (4%), and non union of fractures (3%). The mean hospital stay was 12 days (range: 5-30), and the mean follow-up period was 6 months, with an 85% compliance rate. Recovery outcomes showed 60% full recovery, 30% partial recovery, and 10% minimal improvement.Conclusion: Effective management of craniofacial trauma involves a multidisciplinary approach. The integration of various specialties contributes significantly to patient outcomes, underscoring the need for comprehensive postoperative care and follow-up.