Orbital perforating branch of the infraorbital artery: an important landmark in orbital surgery

Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg. 2005 Nov;21(6):447-9. doi: 10.1097/01.iop.0000181347.60734.25.

Abstract

The orbital branch of the infraorbital artery is an important surgical landmark but is frequently omitted from texts that discuss orbital anatomy and surgical technique. This report reviews the anatomy of this artery to familiarize the reader with its existence and location to reduce the risk of intraoperative hemorrhage from this vessel.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Blood Loss, Surgical*
  • Enophthalmos / surgery
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Ophthalmic Artery / injuries*
  • Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures / adverse effects*
  • Orbit / blood supply*
  • Orbit / surgery
  • Risk Factors
  • Rupture