Anthropometric aspects used to treat fractures of the naso-orbito-ethmoido-maxillary (NOEM) complex in cases of facial trauma

Abstract BACKGROUND. Fractures of the naso-orbito-ethmoido-maxillary (NOEM) complex are frequently acquired post-traumatic lesions, with both aesthetic and functional consequences, if diagnosis is not promptly established surgical correction delayed. OBJECTIVES. This study was conducted in order to facilitate NOEM fractures by using anthropometric measures. The aim obtain normal mean values evaluated parameters from a lot healthy volunteers. MATERIAL AND METHODS. measurements were on patient-specific three-dimensional models obtained processing CT scan images building further stereolithographic models. 64 Caucasian patients enrolled, ages between 19 93 years, female male volunteers, without previous history middle floor face. Measurements performed certain craniometric points (Nasion, Dacryon, Infraorbital foramen, Rhinion Frontomalare orbitale) database created. RESULTS. Although some expected variation arised, we have normal-considered intervals for each defined measured segments mentioned points. We find these useful especially elaborating presurgical plan best outcome. CONCLUSION. Simple could orient fast diagnosis, help establish plan, an optimal timing combining clinical imaging data.