Advances in the Reconstruction of Orbital Fractures

Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2017 Nov;25(4):513-535. doi: 10.1016/j.fsc.2017.06.014.

Abstract

Orbital reconstruction is one of the most challenging tasks for surgeons who treat craniofacial trauma. Suboptimal outcomes carry a high level of morbidity, with functional, emotional, and aesthetic implications. However, advances in reconstruction techniques, including the use of orbital endoscopy, computer-guided navigation, and mirror image overlay techniques, have been shown to provide significant improvements in outcomes. This article provides practical advice for applying these techniques to orbital reconstruction following trauma.

Keywords: Computer; Endoscopic; Mirror image; Navigation; Orbit fracture; Outcomes; Preoperative planning.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Endoscopy
  • Humans
  • Orbit / anatomy & histology
  • Orbit / diagnostic imaging
  • Orbit / surgery*
  • Orbital Fractures / diagnostic imaging
  • Orbital Fractures / surgery*
  • Photography
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / trends*
  • Preoperative Care
  • Surgery, Computer-Assisted