Metallic foreign body in the orbit.
We present an unusual case of a large metallic object penetrating the orbital floor. Early exploration and extirpation of the foreign body improved the restricted eye movements. The treatment and complications of orbital foreign bodies are discussed.
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Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Beilinson Medical Center, Petah Tiqva, Israel.
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D000062:Accidents, Occupational; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D005547:Foreign Bodies / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D009915:Orbit / Q000293:injuries; D014950:Wounds, Penetrating / Q000209:etiology