Abstract:Posttraumatic enophthalmos (PE) arises when the ocular globe is displaced posteriorly and inferiorly in the orbital cavity due to a mismatch in orbital volume and orbital content. This most commonly happens after orbital fractures. The resulting disruptions to aesthetic form and ocular functions often necessitate surgical correction for reconstruction and restoration.
The purpose of surgical management of PE is to reconstruct orbital shape and volume as well as to restore any herniated orbital content. This … Show more
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