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Three-Dimensional Reconstruction of Orbital Fractures

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Imaging in orbital trauma.

Ken Y Lin¹, Philip Ngai, Julio C Echegoyen

¹Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, University of California, Irvine, Irvine, CA 92697, USA.

Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology : Official Journal of the Saudi Ophthalmological Society

|August 21, 2013

Summary

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Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are crucial for diagnosing orbital trauma. CT excels in acute bony injuries, while MRI is vital for soft tissue assessment and organic foreign bodies.

Keywords:

Orbital foreign body Orbital hemorrhage Orbital trauma Orbital wall fracture

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Radiology
Emergency Medicine

Background:

Orbital trauma frequently necessitates ophthalmology consultations in emergency departments.
Imaging plays a critical role in evaluating the extent and nature of orbital injuries.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the literature from 1990 to the present regarding the utility of CT, MRI, and angiography in common orbital trauma.
To delineate the specific roles of CT and MRI in diagnosing various orbital trauma conditions.

Main Methods:

Literature survey of studies published between 1990 and the present.
Analysis of the application of computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and associated angiography in orbital trauma.

Main Results:

CT is effective for detecting foreign bodies, lens dislocation, ruptured globe, retinal/choroidal detachments, and cavernous sinus thrombosis.
CT is the primary imaging modality for acute orbital trauma due to its speed and ability to identify bony abnormalities.
MRI is valuable for soft tissue evaluation and identifying organic foreign bodies, especially in specific clinical scenarios.

Conclusions:

CT and MRI are complementary imaging modalities for managing orbital trauma.
CT is the initial workhorse for acute orbital trauma, while MRI offers distinct advantages for soft tissue and specific foreign body assessments.