ORAL SURG zygomatic fractures Flashcards
what are the 2 categories of tx goals for zygomatic fractures?
- restore facial projection/ symmetry
- restore orbital volume/ globe position/ shape palpebral fissure
what factors affect treatment of zygomatic fractures?
- timing
- type
- mechanism
- presentation
what are the 3 categories of treatment timing for zygomatic fractures?
- immediate
- early
- delayed
when do you ideally want to treat a zygoma fracture?
early (few days-1 week) - this allows for reduction of swelling to understand anatomy better and surgical access
what are the 2 mechanisms (fracture types) of zygomatic fractures?
low energy - minimal/ no comminution
high energy - comminution at segment and fracture lines
what are the 3 overall zygomatic fracture types?
- non-displaced
- displaced, minimally comminuted
- complex and comminuted
- isolated zygomatic arch fractures
what landmark is the most reliable indicator of proper reduction and orientation of zygomatic fractures?
zygomaticosphenoidal suture
what type of treatment is usually given for zygomatic fractures?
open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF)
in treating zygomatic fractures, what is ORIF dependent on?
- degree of comminution
- stability of fracture
- presence of other features:
- orbital content/ volume derangement
- facial symmetry
- inf orb nerve issues
- functional issues
- associated fractures
what are the 4 poor outcomes of zygomatic fracture tx?
- inadequate tx
- inadequate exposure
- inadequate reduction
- failure to restore orbital volume
what tx is required for a displaced, minimally comminuted zygomatic fracture?
ORIF
how is a non-displaced ZMC confirmed?
CT scan
tx for non-displaced ZMC?
non-surgical mx
monitor for facial asymmetry and functional deficit
soft diet
tx required for displaced, minimally comminuted ZMC?
- reduction alone
- fixation (1point,2 point,3 point+orbital floor)
best managed with ORIF at 2/3 points
what is the risk of just reducing a ZMC fracture?
displacement
where is one-point fixation carried out?
zygomaticomaxillary buttress