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Ocular trauma in otolaryngology
1Tulane Medical Center, Dept of Otolaryngology--Head & Neck Surgery, New Orleans.
Summary
Facial skeleton trauma can cause serious orbital injuries. This review details eye anatomy, examination techniques, and specific injuries like optic nerve trauma for otolaryngologists.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Trauma Surgery
Background:
- Otolaryngologists frequently manage blunt facial skeleton trauma.
- Orbital content injuries can accompany facial trauma.
- Understanding orbital anatomy is crucial for managing these cases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review orbital injuries associated with facial skeleton trauma.
- To correlate facial trauma with ocular and optic nerve damage.
- To guide otolaryngologists in evaluating these complex injuries.
Main Methods:
- Review of pertinent ocular anatomy.
- Discussion of ophthalmological examination protocols.
- Analysis of anterior and posterior segment eye injuries.
- Focus on optic nerve trauma evaluation.
Main Results:
- Facial trauma necessitates careful orbital assessment.
- Ophthalmological examination is key to identifying ocular injuries.
- Specific injury patterns of the anterior segment, posterior segment, and optic nerve are discussed.
Conclusions:
- Otolaryngologists must be aware of potential orbital injuries in facial trauma.
- Collaboration with ophthalmology is vital for comprehensive patient care.
- Thorough examination aids in diagnosing and managing ocular and optic nerve trauma.