title: Reconstructive dilemma after blindness.
abstract: Blindness associated with mid-facial fractures is rare. Here we present a case of panfacial fracture associated with loss of vision of right eye. The reconstruction of left orbital region posed a challenge, as post surgical vision loss can be a remote complication. Through this case report we highlight our dilemma and describe the different philosophies adopted by other specialties in management.
authors.affiliation: Army Dental Corps, C/O 56 APO, Bathinda, India.
authors.forename: Pramod
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Kumar
authors.affiliation: Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, GDC, PGIMS, Rohtak, Haryana India.
authors.forename: Virendra
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Singh
keywords: Blindness; Mid-facial fractures; Panfacial fractures
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