Intraorbital Hematoma

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An intraorbital hematoma is a rare associated injury in a Traumatic brain injury.

Epidemiology

An intraorbital hematoma occurs in 0,3 %- 3,5 % of all traumatic brain injuries with facial involvement[^1].

Complications

Depending on the extent of the hematoma, an intraorbital hematoma with a mass effect can lead to vision loss, such that surgical decompression is indicated[^1].

Imaging

Intraorbital hematoma on CT
Small intraorbital hematoma on axial CT.

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  • Text changed: “An intraorbital hematoma occurs in 0.3 %- 3.5 % of all traumatic brain injuries with facial involvement[^1].”“An intraorbital hematoma occurs in 0,3 %- 3,5 % of all traumatic brain injuries with facial involvement[^1].”
  • Text changed: “Depending on the extent of the hematoma, an intraorbital hematoma with a mass effect can lead to loss of visual acuity, making surgical decompression indicated[^1].”“Depending on the extent of the hematoma, an intraorbital hematoma with a mass effect can lead to vision loss, such that surgical decompression is indicated[^1].”
  • Citation added: “Brucoli M, Arcuri F, Giarda M, Benech R, Benech A. Surgical Management of Posttraumatic Intraorbital Hematoma. Journal of Craniofacial Surgery. January 2012:e58-e61.”
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