Orbital blow-out fracture

Case contributed by Frank Gaillard
Diagnosis certain

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A superior orbital blow-out fracture on the left is seen with extraconal hematoma. Pneumocephlus and scalp hematoma also present. 

Case Discussion

Superior blow-out fractures are far less common than inferior or medial fractures. 

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