[Autogenous bone transplants in repair of the traumatically damaged orbit. Functional and esthetic results in 42 cases].

BACKGROUND

Autogenous bone transplantation is a well established aspect of craniofacial traumatology. This study evaluated functional and esthetic success in repairing traumatically damaged orbits by autogenous bone transplantation.

PATIENTS AND

METHODS

We repaired 102 osseous orbital defects by autogenous bone transplantation, 98 by calvarium split graft and 4 by iliac crest transplant. Of 42 surgical patients 34 were followed up.

RESULTS

Autogenous bone transplants have proven themselves for repair of traumatically damaged orbits. Calvarium split grafts are particularly suitable for this purpose. Good esthetic and functional results can usually be achieved with primary osseous defect repair. However, more protracted functional defects can often no longer be helped.

CONCLUSION

Autogenous bone transplants can be broadly recommended for providing primary care.