Late Correction of Orbital Deformities Using Customized 3D Implant

Late orbital reconstruction is a complex and challenge for surgeons. The aim of this article is to present complex orbital reconstruction using patient specific implant (PSI) strategy and polyetheretherketone (PEEK). A literature review and a cases series of sequelae after complex orbital trauma are...

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Published in:International journal of morphology 2021-12, Vol.39 (6), p.1683-1687
Main Authors: Martinez, Felipe, Alister, Juan Pablo, Uribe, Francisca, Olate, Sergio
Format: Article
Language:English
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ANATOMY & MORPHOLOGY
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Summary:Late orbital reconstruction is a complex and challenge for surgeons. The aim of this article is to present complex orbital reconstruction using patient specific implant (PSI) strategy and polyetheretherketone (PEEK). A literature review and a cases series of sequelae after complex orbital trauma are presented; cases with great middle third deformities showing defect in the maxilla, nasal area, body of the zygoma and zygomatic arch were included; in both cases the sequelae was for more than 10 years. Virtual planning and PEEK implants were manufacture using a puzzle (two or three parts) by 3D print or injection. Patients were treated and their surgeries carried out without complications, using a minimal surgical approach. No infections were observed, and after 12 months follow-up they were stable showing normal function. PSI based-PEEK for orbital reconstruction are safe, efficient, effective and to obtain orbital morphology with low complications.
ISSN:0717-9502
0717-9502
DOI:10.4067/S0717-95022021000601683