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Orbital impalement by a gearshift knob: case report.

D A Kulber1, D Aframian, M L Hopp

  • 1Department of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA 90048.

Ear, Nose, & Throat Journal
|November 1, 1992
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Summary

Orbital impalement from penetrating trauma requires strategic preoperative assessment and a multidisciplinary surgical approach for complex bone, globe, and brain injuries. This case highlights successful management of severe facial trauma.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Trauma Surgery

Background:

  • Penetrating orbital trauma presents complex challenges involving ocular, bony, and intracranial structures.
  • Effective management necessitates a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach.

Observation:

  • A case report details a severe orbital impalement injury sustained in a motor vehicle accident.
  • The injury involved a gearshift knob penetrating the orbit.

Findings:

  • Successful treatment relied on meticulous preoperative evaluation and strategic planning.
  • A multidisciplinary surgical team implemented a comprehensive management plan.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of a systematic approach to managing complex orbital trauma.

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  • Highlights the critical role of prompt, expert intervention in achieving favorable outcomes for high-energy facial injuries.