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Published in: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology 1/2024

Open Access 13-10-2023 | Silicone | How I do it

Modified procedure for reconstructing the inferomedial orbital wall: silicone sheet implantation without surgical removal

Authors: Kosuke Takabayashi, Yohei Maeda, Nobuya Kataoka

Published in: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology | Issue 1/2024

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Abstract

Background

Due to the complexity of reconstructing wide inferomedial orbital wall fractures, silicone sheets are the preferred choice of reconstructive material. Nevertheless, it is crucial to remove the silicone sheet postoperatively due to the risk of delayed complications associated with its placement.

Methods

We developed a procedure in which a silicone sheet implanted in the orbit can be extracted through the nasal cavity by removing the fractured portion of the medial orbital wall.

Conclusion

This procedure enables the utilization of silicone sheets, which are suitable for intricate orbital reconstruction, without any concerns regarding delayed complications.
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Title
Modified procedure for reconstructing the inferomedial orbital wall: silicone sheet implantation without surgical removal
Authors
Kosuke Takabayashi
Yohei Maeda
Nobuya Kataoka
Publication date
13-10-2023
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Keyword
Silicone
Published in
European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology / Issue 1/2024
Print ISSN: 0937-4477
Electronic ISSN: 1434-4726
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00405-023-08257-6

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