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  • Title: Reconstruction of traumatic orbital floor defects using irradiated cartilage homografts.
    Author: Bevivino JR, Nguyen PN, Yen LJ.
    Journal: Ann Plast Surg; 1994 Jul; 33(1):32-7. PubMed ID: 7944194.
    Abstract:
    The important role of orbital shape and volume reconstruction has been studied by many investigators. There is, however, no consensus on the material that should be used in the reconstruction of the orbit. Both biologic and alloplastic materials have been used, each with its advantages and disadvantages. Here we report our experience with irradiated costal cartilage homograft in the reconstruction of the orbital floor. Irradiated cartilage grafts were used in 31 patients with significant traumatic defects in the orbital floor. Long-term follow-up in 21 patients up to 48 months revealed no incidence of graft infections, extrusions, or clinically detectable graft distortion or resorption. Irradiated cartilage homograft appears to be an excellent material for reconstruction of the orbital floor.
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