Frontal Sinus Fractures: Current Concepts
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Current practice in the management of frontal sinus fractures.
Fractures of the frontal sinus are seen predominantly, although not exclusively, in young men and are usually the result of road traffic accidents or falls. These types of injury may present to either ENT, Maxillofacial, Plastic or Neurosurgery teams, and understanding of a clear management protocol is desirable for each of the specialties. The optimal management of these injuries is becoming m...
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عنوان ژورنال: Craniomaxillofacial Trauma & Reconstruction
سال: 2009
ISSN: 1943-3875,1943-3883
DOI: 10.1055/s-0029-1234020