Arch Plast Surg.  2012 Jan;39(1):11-17. 10.5999/aps.2012.39.1.11.

Correction of Posttraumatic Enophthalmos

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  • 1Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital-Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA. dr.y@dryaremchuk.com

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.

Keyword

Enophthalmos; Orbital fractures; Orbital implants

MeSH Terms

Enophthalmos
Orbit
Orbital Fractures
Orbital Implants
Polymethacrylic Acids
Polymethacrylic Acids
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