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Orbital apex syndrome after trauma in a 6-year-old – a rare occurrence


A Ahmed

Abstract

Orbital apex syndrome is rare, but can occur as a consequence of trauma from fracture of the medial orbit. This case report highlights the fact that a high index of suspicion is needed when a patient presents with a facial injury, especially in children who cannot give an account of the actual events that transpired. Radiological investigation should be done early when an underlying injury is suspected in a trauma patient. A low threshold for computed tomography should be maintained when proptosis and vision loss are present.


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eISSN: 2078-5135
print ISSN: 0256-9574