A pitfall of reconstruction for severe enophthalmos: role of the posterior wall of the maxillary sinus-2

J Craniofac Surg. 2011 Jul;22(4):1351-3. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0b013e31821c9435.

Abstract

This report describes a pitfall of reconstruction for severe enophthalmos after time has passed following traumatic injury. In severe cases, hypoglobus may be refractory to reconstructive surgery. The posterior wall of the maxillary sinus is sometimes implicated in severe enophthalmos. Thus, we considered that reconstruction of this posterior wall is critical for improvement in hypoglobus. In addition, a satisfactory contour and improvement in hypoglobus were maintained postoperatively.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Bone Transplantation / methods
  • Enophthalmos / surgery*
  • Facial Bones / injuries
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Maxillary Sinus / injuries
  • Maxillary Sinus / surgery*
  • Orbit / surgery
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / methods*
  • Skull Fractures / surgery