Journal of cranio-maxillo-facial surgery : official publication of the European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery
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J Craniomaxillofac Surg · Dec 2008
Case ReportsOrbital emphysema - the need for surgical intervention.
Orbital emphysema is a recognised complication of fractures of the orbit and only rarely poses a threat to vision. ⋯ Clinical awareness of pneumo-orbitism is vital as immediate orbital decompression may be necessary to preserve visual function.