Zygomaticomaxillary Complex Fracture


KEY FACTS

Terminology

  • ZMC definition: Fracture complex with fracture lines involving zygomatic arch, lateral orbital wall, anterior & lateral walls of maxillary sinus, & orbital floor

    • Previously called trimalar or tripod fracture; ZMC fracture terminology most accurate as fracture involves lateral orbital wall along zygomaticosphenoid suture

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