Minimally invasive endoscopic osteosynthesis for frontozygomatic fracture: A new approach

Abstract

Miniplate fixation on the lateral face of the orbital rim using existing endoscopic methods for frontozygomatic fracture still has some disadvantages, such as cosmetic disturbance from the lateral brow incision for the trocar, and abnormal palpability of the miniplate. We applied a new method of endoscopic osteosynthesis by access through temporal incisions alone and miniplate fixation on the lateral temporal face of the frontozygoma. Postoperative courses were uneventful in all four cases treated, and we achieved cosmetic improvement (minimizing incision and scars) as well as decreased palpability of the miniplate.

Key words::

• Endoscopic surgery
• frontozygomatic fracture
• cosmetic procedure

Declaration of interest: All authors report no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of the paper.