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Ophthalmic complications associated with orthognathic surgery
D T Lanigan1, K Romanchuk, C K Olson
1Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada.
Summary
Ophthalmic complications, such as vision changes and tearing issues, are rare but possible after maxillary osteotomies. These eye injuries often result from indirect trauma to nerves and blood vessels during the surgical procedure.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Background:
- Maxillary osteotomies are surgical procedures to reposition the upper jaw.
- Ophthalmic complications, though infrequent, can occur post-surgery.