MOC-PSSM CME article: Zygomatic fractures

Plast Reconstr Surg. 2008 Jan;121(1 Suppl):1-11. doi: 10.1097/01.prs.0000294655.16607.ea.

Abstract

Learning objectives: After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Understand the common signs, symptoms, and treatment options for zygomatic fractures. 2. Answer basic questions on therapy for zygomatic fractures.

Summary: This maintenance of certification article on zygomatic fractures attempts to review the current approaches to the treatment of these fractures. Although the article does not deal with extended approaches to treatment, it does in a general sense present the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative thinking for the plastic surgeon approaching these patients in general practice. A further in-depth review can be obtained through the references at the end of the article.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Facial Bones / injuries
  • Facial Bones / surgery
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / instrumentation
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / methods*
  • Fractures, Comminuted / surgery
  • Humans
  • Maxillofacial Injuries / complications*
  • Maxillofacial Injuries / surgery
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Zygoma / injuries*
  • Zygoma / surgery*
  • Zygomatic Fractures / etiology
  • Zygomatic Fractures / surgery*