Naso-ethmoid fracture
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Background
Diagnosis
- Diffuse tearing and increased intercanthal distance are suggestive
- Intranasal palpation w/ hemostat while palpating along bony rim for crepitus
Prognosis
- Complications include:
- Lacrimal disruption
- Medial canthal ligament rupture
- Dural tears
- Intracranial injury seen in up to 70%
- Complications include:
See Also
Source
Tintinalli