title: Fragment analysis in maxillofacial injuries: the tripod fracture.
abstract: An analysis of the radiographic signs in 125 consecutive operated cases of tripod fracture was performed. The incidence of direct and indirect signs of fracture and associated fractures of the head and neck were noted. The normal anatomy of the zygomatic articulation is reviewed and optimum radiographic stereo Caldwell, and direct PA views, and orthopantomogram, are recommended.
mesh_terms: D006259:Craniocerebral Trauma / Q000150:complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008446:Maxillofacial Injuries / Q000150:complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000601:surgery; D019838:Neck Injuries; D011859:Radiography; D015050:Zygoma / Q000293:injuries*