EPISODE · Jun 16, 2024 · 12 MIN
Deep Dive MW R21
from EM Clerkship · host Zack Olson, MD and Michael Estephan, MD
Orbital Compartment Syndrome – needs to be diagnosed CLINICALLY On exam, LOOK for: Proptosis, Ophthalmoplegia, Afferent Pupillary Defect, Vision Loss On exam, FEEL for: Rock hard globe, tense eyelids, resistance to retropulsion IOP > 40 means immediate canthotomy is indicated! Don’t perform if open globe is present Lateral Canthotomy Procedure: Anesthetize, Devascularize, Canthotomy, Cantholysis (inferior crus first) Paperclip Eyelid Retractors
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