Zygomatic arch fracture: a new classification and treatment algorithm with epidemiologic analysis

J Craniofac Surg. 2014 Jul;25(4):1389-92. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0000000000000864.

Abstract

Determining the optimal method for zygoma fracture reduction is a common challenge. Numerous methods for treating zygomatic arch fractures have been suggested. However, a substantial gap exists between suggested treatment strategies and real-world practice. A general consensus of classification and treatment guidelines for zygomatic arch reduction has not yet been established. We reviewed our cases and propose a new classification of zygomatic arch fracture and a treatment algorithm for successful reduction based on the injury vectors.

MeSH terms

  • Accidental Falls
  • Accidents, Traffic
  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Age Factors
  • Aged
  • Algorithms
  • Bone Plates
  • Bone Wires
  • Child
  • Female
  • Fracture Fixation / methods
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / instrumentation
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / methods
  • Fractures, Comminuted / classification
  • Fractures, Comminuted / surgery
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Maxillary Fractures / classification
  • Maxillary Fractures / surgery
  • Middle Aged
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Young Adult
  • Zygomatic Fractures / classification
  • Zygomatic Fractures / surgery*