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    • Injuries can range from fractures and foreign bodies to critical conditions like orbital compartment syndrome and traumatic optic neuropathy.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline the clinical presentation, diagnostic approaches, and therapeutic strategies for managing orbital trauma.
    • To emphasize the importance of rapid, interdisciplinary management in preventing irreversible vision loss.

    Main Methods:

    • Clinical examination including assessment of ophthalmic status.
    • Low-dose computed tomography (CT) imaging for diagnostic decision-making.
    • Review of treatment options, encompassing surgical and conservative management.

    Main Results:

    • Key clinical signs include periorbital hematoma, proptosis, decreased vision, and pupillary defects.
    • Ophthalmic evaluation and CT imaging are pivotal for guiding treatment.
    • Treatment varies from conservative medication to surgical intervention, depending on the injury's severity.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective management of orbital trauma hinges on rapid interdisciplinary diagnostics and therapy.
    • Early detection and intervention are critical to prevent permanent functional deficits.
    • Associated comorbidities can complicate diagnosis and treatment planning.