"Trap Door" Orbital Floor Fractures in Adults: Are They Different from Pediatric Fractures?

Background: "Trap door" orbital floor fractures are usually seen in children. In the linear fracture type, a break occurs in the bones of the orbital floor that permits orbital tissue to prolapse into the fracture site during fracture formation. The bony fragments of the fracture then return to their original position, entrapping the prolapsed orbital tissue.

The use of interosseous dental wires and sutures for internal fixation in a patient with multiple comminuted middle facial fractures and facial nerve injury: A demonstrative case report.

Introduction: The use of plates and screws for facial fractures is considered the gold standard; providing accurate reduction and rigid fixation.

Case Report: We report on a case with multiple comminuted middle facial fractures and concurrent facial nerve injury. The fractures were fixed with a combination of interosseous dental wires and polypropylene sutures with a satisfactory outcome.