PubMed ID (PMID): 16752623Pages 264-265, Language: EnglishGaia, Bruno Felipe / Cheng, Cheong Kuo / Perrone, Lineu / Rose, Maria Cecília Montagna / Mattos, Beatriz Silva CâmaraPurpose: This study aimed to assess the dimensional alterations in the anterior region of the orbit after enucleation or evisceration.
Materials and Methods: Analysis of orbital areas and perimeters of 17 patients with unilateral removal of the ocular bulb was performed, and posteroanterior radiographic examination was carried out by a single specialist, who had been previously calibrated.
Results: Data obtained from measurements confirmed the clinically observed facial asymmetry.
Conclusion: The observation of asymmetry in the anterior orbital area, confirmed by our results, indicates early treatment to prevent orbital disturbances and will aid in the planning of prosthetic rehabilitation