Clinical Profile & Management of Orbital Foreign Bodies: A Prospective Study

Authors

  • Dr. R. P. Gupta

Keywords:

orbital foreign bodies, computed tomography, management

Abstract

106 Patients with penetrating missile injuries to orbit reported to the authors during last 17 years form the basis of this study. The injuries were caused by fragments of improvised explosive devices/ artillery shells (87%) or by bullets (13%). They were evaluated clinically & by CT (Computed Tomography) and managed conservatively or surgically by balancing the risk from additional trauma with surgery against the existing loss of function and potential for further damage from future reaction. We report our rare & large experience.

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Published

2016-12-12

How to Cite

Gupta, D. R. P. . (2016). Clinical Profile & Management of Orbital Foreign Bodies: A Prospective Study. VIMS Health Science Journal, 3(4), 152–154. Retrieved from https://www.vimshsj.edu.in/index.php/main/article/view/153

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