Considering the Interaction between Surgical Approach and Timing on Complication Rates of Complex Orbital Fracture Repair.
J Craniofac Surg
; 34(8): 2442-2444, 2023.
Article
in En
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| ID: mdl-37669476
ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE:
The optimal approach and timing of complex orbital fracture repair is an unresolved issue that is complicated by unique clinical presentations and patient-specific considerations. Early surgical repair in less than 14 days is associated with fewer complications; however, there are no guidelines addressing the optimal timing for surgical repair. This study assesses the time of surgical repair and surgical outcomes of complex orbital fractures.METHODS:
Retrospective chart review from 2010 to 2022. Adult patients with orbital fractures are treated with surgical repair.RESULTS:
In all, 94 patients presented with orbital fractures and were treated with 108 surgeries. Postoperative complications vision disturbance 33/108 (30.6%), gaze restriction 12/108 (11.1%), lid malposition 10/108 (9.3%), globe complication 13/108 (12.0%), and hardware issues 14/108 (13.0%). Postoperative complications were not significantly associated with the surgical approach used for fracture repair or the time of surgical repair.CONCLUSION:
Postoperative complications following surgical repair of orbital fractures are not associated with surgical approach or time of repair following the initial injury.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Orbital Fractures
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Plastic Surgery Procedures
Type of study:
Guideline
Limits:
Adult
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Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
J Craniofac Surg
Journal subject:
ODONTOLOGIA
Year:
2023
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
New Caledonia