Abstract
Retrobulbar hemorrhage is regarded as one of the most feared conditions in otolaryngology—its onset can be rapid and can result in irreversible blindness. While a rare occurrence, the otolaryngologist should be compulsive about recognizing this entity, as he or she may be faced with managing this condition either as a consultant, or as one of his or her personal surgical complications. Regardless, prompt recognition and swift action can prevent catastrophic visual loss. This article presents a stepwise discussion of the surgical management of retrobulbar hematoma. Specifically, we discuss lateral canthotomy, cantholysis, and endoscopic orbital decompression.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 208-212 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery |
Volume | 28 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Dec 2017 |
Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2017
Keywords
- lateral canthotomy
- orbital decompression
- retrobulbar hematoma
- sinus surgery complication