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[Post-traumatic ocular motility in orbital floor fractures]
S Jank1, B Schuchter, H Strobl
1Universitätsklinik für Mund-, Kiefer und Gesichtschirurgie, Universität Innsbruck, Austria. siegfried.jank@gmx.de
Mund-, Kiefer- Und Gesichtschirurgie : MKG
|January 31, 2003
Summary
Reduced ocular motility is common after orbital floor fractures, especially with severe injuries. Eye trauma significantly worsens motility reduction, with limited upgaze being the most frequent issue.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Trauma Surgery
- Anatomy
Context:
- Orbital floor fractures are common consequences of facial trauma.
- Assessing post-traumatic ocular motility is crucial for understanding injury severity.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the relationship between post-traumatic ocular motility and the severity of orbital floor fractures.
- To determine the impact of concomitant injuries on ocular motility following orbital fractures.
Summary:
- A study of 435 patients revealed reduced ocular motility in 54.3% of cases following orbital floor fractures.
- Reduced motility, particularly upgaze, was associated with fracture severity and concomitant eye injuries.
- The degree of motility reduction correlated with fracture severity.
Impact:
- Ocular motility serves as a valuable indicator of orbital fracture severity.
- Concomitant eye injuries significantly increase the risk and severity of ocular motility deficits.
- Findings aid in clinical assessment and management of orbital trauma.