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Revision as of 18:36, 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
See Also
Source
Tintinalli's