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Use of polyetheretherketone (PEEK) in orbital floor fracture reconstruction – A case for concern

In this unusual case report, we describe an adult patient who developed postoperative complication of vasovagal-like symptoms mimicking oculocardiac reflex (OCR) following secondary reconstruction of orbital floor blowout fracture utilizing computer generated, fully customized, patient-specific poly...

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Published in:Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery, medicine, and pathology medicine, and pathology, 2015-07, Vol.27 (4), p.536-539
Main Authors: Nazimi, Abd Jabar, Md Yusoff, Mazharul, Nordin, Rifqah, Nabil, Syed
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Language:English
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Summary:In this unusual case report, we describe an adult patient who developed postoperative complication of vasovagal-like symptoms mimicking oculocardiac reflex (OCR) following secondary reconstruction of orbital floor blowout fracture utilizing computer generated, fully customized, patient-specific polyetheretherketone (PEEK) implant. Careful assessment with diagnosis and, if necessary, prompt treatment are critical to avoid complications that could lead to a life-threatening event. We discuss this rare postoperative event with emphasis given to the PEEK alloplastic material that is not commonly used in orbital floor reconstruction and its suggested precautions.
ISSN:2212-5558
2212-5566
DOI:10.1016/j.ajoms.2014.10.006