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CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · Indian J Plast Surg 2019; 52(02): 231-237
DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1696624
Review Article
Association of Plastic Surgeons of India

Considerations in Orbital Reconstruction for the Oncologic Surgeon: Critical versus Optimal Objectives

Alex T. Legocki
1   Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine, Mount Sinai Health System, New York, United States
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Brett A. Miles
1   Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine, Mount Sinai Health System, New York, United States
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29 August 2019 (online)

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Abstract

Background Orbital reconstruction following oncologic midface resection is uniquely challenging, and makes critical contributions to patient aesthetics, function, and identity. Approach is largely dependent on surgeon and patient preferences, and there exists no consensus on defect characterization.

Objective The goal of the study is to provide a mental framework for the reconstructive oncologic surgeon to use as a foundation during his or her approach to the orbit.

Design The design of the study is based on the review of current literature and expert opinion.

Conclusions Critical versus optimal objectives must be set in orbital reconstruction, and a systematic approach should be followed. We approach orbital reconstruction by first deciding whether globe-sparing surgery is possible, or if orbital exenteration will be necessary. We then set critical and optimal objectives for our chosen pathway. Critical goals in globe-sparing reconstruction include maintaining orbital volume and preserving visual function, and an optimal goal includes preservation of the nasolacrimal system. Critical goals in orbital exenteration include obliterating the defect, sealing the skull base and nasal cavities, and allowing eye protection to be worn over the contralateral eye postoperatively. Optimal goals in exenteration include preparation for prosthetics, volume and bony replacement, eyelid-sparing technique, and consideration of postoperative radiation.

Keywords

orbit - globe - reconstruction - midface - exenteration - flap - approach - planning
 

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