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[Bilateral traumatic eye avulsion]
G K Lang1, A A Bialasiewicz, W D Röhr
1Augenklinik mit Poliklinik, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg.
Klinische Monatsblatter Fur Augenheilkunde
|February 1, 1991
Summary
A LeFort III fracture can cause optic nerve avulsion and globe luxation. This case highlights potential predilection sites for optic nerve evulsion during severe facial trauma.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Trauma Surgery
- Neurosurgery
Background:
- Facial fractures, particularly LeFort III, can result in severe ocular complications.
- Optic nerve avulsion is a rare but devastating injury associated with orbital trauma.