Zygomaticomaxillary (tripod) fracture: Difference between revisions
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==Disposition== | ==Disposition== | ||
*Loss of vision or displacement: admit for IV abx and | *Loss of vision or displacement: admit for IV abx and surg | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
*[[Maxillofacial Trauma]] | *[[Maxillofacial Trauma]] | ||
*[[Zygomatic Arch Fracture]] | *[[Zygomatic Arch Fracture]] | ||
Revision as of 18:33, 11 June 2012
Background
- Must distinguish Zygomatic Arch Fracture from Zygomaticomaxillary (Tripod) Fracture
- Tripod fx = fx of zygomatic arch, lat and inf orbital rims, lat wall of maxillary sinus
Diagnosis
- Fx through:
- 1. inferior orbital rim
- 2. lateral orbital wall
- 3. zygomatic arch
- Must r/o associated ocular injuries
- Usually requires admission and surgical repair
Disposition
- Loss of vision or displacement: admit for IV abx and surg