Epistaxis balloon catheter stabilization of zygomatic arch fractures

Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 1996 Jan;105(1):68-9. doi: 10.1177/000348949610500112.

Abstract

Isolated zygomatic arch fractures represent about 10% of facial fractures. Most are easily reduced, but about 7% require fixation. Stabilization with plates, transcutaneous wiring, and various packing materials may involve additional morbidity and other drawbacks. A double balloon epistaxis catheter may be inserted beneath the arch fracture site and inflated for 5 to 7 days as a relatively simple, reliable alternative that involves minimal morbidity.

MeSH terms

  • Catheterization / instrumentation
  • Catheterization / methods*
  • Epistaxis / therapy
  • Humans
  • Zygomatic Fractures / therapy*