Abstract:Background: The posterior ledge (PL) is a vital structure that supports the implant posteriorly during orbital floor reconstruction. This study describes a technique for mapping the posterior ledge in relation to the infraorbital margin in patients with orbital floor blowout fractures. The relationship between the optic foramen and posterior ledge was established.
Methods: Facial computed tomography (FCT) scans of 67 consecutive patients with isolated orbital floor blow-out fractures were analyzed using Osi… Show more
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