Reduction of Zygomatic Arch in Zygomaticomaxillary Fractures

Ultrasound Guided Closed Reduction Versus Open Reduction of Zygomatic Arch in Zygomaticomaxillary Fractures

To compare between ultrasound guided closed reduction and open reduction of zygomatic arch in cases of zygomaticomaxillary fracture.

To evaluate the role of intra-operative ultrasound during zygomatic arch reduction.

To compare between esthetic appearance, orbital movement, wound healing, scaring, and postoperative ocular complications in both groups.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients presenting with ZMC fractures that require reduction and fixation
• Patients between 20 to 50 years old with no gender predilections

Exclusion Criteria:

• Existence of infection at the fracture line
• Chronic systemic diseases such as metabolic bone disease, immunocompromised status