J4 ›› 2012, Vol. 11 ›› Issue (6): 46-49.

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Clinical Analysis of Six Cases of Reconstructive Surgery of Orbital Blowout Fracture

  

  1. Yuxi Teaching Hospital of Dali University, Yuxi, Yunnan 653100, China
  • Received:2011-10-10 Revised:2012-02-10 Online:2012-06-15 Published:2012-06-15

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Abstract:

Objective: To investigate the clinical effect and surgical method of high density porous polyethylene（Medpor） implantation in repair of orbital blowout fracture. Methods: Six cases of orbital blowout fracture with operative indications underwent repair operation by Medpor implantation, then the curative effect and postoperative complication were evaluated. Results: In the 3-24 months of follow-up, the eyesight of all cases was improved after surgical vision correction. Diplopia disappeared in 2 cases, improved in 2 cases; 4 cases of patients have reached a cure standard on enophthalmos. Eyeball movement disorder symptom in 1 case cured, improved in 3 cases; with CT examination, no shift and prolapse of Medpor were observed, and Medpor successfully covered fracture hole. Conclusion: The operation could be completed under local anaesthetic in adults, Medpor is the ideal material and Medpor implantation is an effective way to cured blowout orbital fracture.

Key words: orbital blowout fracture, reconstructive surgery, high density polyethylene

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