title: Fatal penetrating orbital injuries.
abstract: Three cases of penetrating orbital injuries are described, in two of which cavernous sinus thrombosis developed. The precautions necessary in cases of penetrating orbital injuries are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Charing Cross & Westminster Medical School, London.
authors.forename: E R
authors.initials: ER
authors.lastname: Sarvesvaran
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001930:Brain Injuries / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009915:Orbit / Q000293:injuries*; D014950:Wounds, Penetrating