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M J Fucci

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PubMed1992

Severe orbital infection as a complication of orbital fracture.

Orbital fractures secondary to blunt trauma, and their complications, have been the subject of numerous reports, with little mention of an association with severe orbital infection. Conversely, studies of severe (postseptal) orbital infections rarely make reference to orbital fractures as being a significant pathogenetic factor. In a retrospective study of 130 orbital infections, three cases of severe orbital infection were identified as being associated with an orbital fracture, and are thus presented. In the literature, only anecdotal reports and inconclusive studies address this problem, and its possible prevention. The consequences of a pathologic communication between the paranasal sinuses and the orbit secondary to blunt facial trauma are discussed, along with recommendations for prophylactic management.

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PubMed1990

Intranasal lengthening of the nose.

A short nose occurs congenitally or as a result of rhinoplasty surgery. The correction is difficult when it involves grafts, flaps and implants. An intranasal technique of lengthening the nose without grafts, flaps or implants is described. It allows the nasal tip to rotate inferiorly, resulting both in an actual and apparent lengthening of the nose.

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Vestibular nerve section.

INTRODUCTION: Vestibular nerve section is considered to be the most effective surgical procedure for control of intractable symptoms secondary to labyrinthine and eighth nerve function. This study was developed to retrospectively evaluate the efficacy of vestibular nerve section in patients treated for disabling labyrinthine dysfunction. METHODS: A retrospective review of hospital and office records was carried out on 39 patients who underwent vestibular nerve section. All patients received a comprehensive questionnaire to subjectively evaluate efficacy. RESULTS: Questionnaires were returned from 36 of 39 patients. Follow-up averaged 51 months. A decrease in vertiginous attacks was reported by 94% of patients. An improvement in activity tolerance was reported by 30% of patients. Preoperative tinnitus and ear fullness reportedly improved after surgery in 53% and 65% or patients respectively. Complications encountered included cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak (six patients), meningitis (two patients), and intracranial fluid collection (one patient). CONCLUSION: Vestibular nerve section is a relatively safe and effective method of treatment for intractable vertigo.

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