Correction of Posttraumatic Enophthalmos.
- Author:
Ron HAZANI
1
;
Michael J YAREMCHUK
Author Information
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords: Enophthalmos; Orbital fractures; Orbital implants
- MeSH: Enophthalmos; Orbit; Orbital Fractures; Orbital Implants; Polymethacrylic Acids
- From:Archives of Plastic Surgery 2012;39(1):11-17
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: Management of posttraumatic enophthalmos can present as a challenge to the reconstructive surgeon, particularly in cases of late presentation. This article reviews the pertinent anatomy of the orbit, diagnostic modalities, indications for surgery, and surgical approaches as they relate to the treatment of posttraumatic enophthalmos. Internal orbital reconstruction has evolved to an elegant procedure incorporating various biologic or alloplastic implants, including anatomical pre-bent implants. Successful repair of late enophthalmos has been demonstrated in multiple recent studies and is likely related to the precision with which orbital anatomy can be restored.
