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Imaging recommendation · Neuro · Head & Neck

Periorbital trauma with diplopia or enophthalmos, suspected blowout fracture

Recommended: CT Face (orbital floor) is the preferred imaging study for periorbital trauma with diplopia or enophthalmos, suspected blowout fracture. Look for inferior rectus entrapment ('trapdoor' fracture in pediatrics → urgent repair).

Recommended study

CT Face (orbital floor)

CT No contrast Preferred Neuro · Head & Neck Emergency Reviewed

Look for inferior rectus entrapment ('trapdoor' fracture in pediatrics → urgent repair).

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