Self-retaining magnetic implant: A novel design of orbital prosthesis for the exenterated orbit

Orbital exenteration can lead to significant disfigurement causing considerable functional, cosmetic and psychological disturbances to the patient. Orbital prosthesis is important for the patient's cosmetic and psychological rehabilitation. A 49-year-old man received orbital exenteration and po...

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Published in:	Orbit (Amsterdam) Vol. 36; no. 6; pp. 445 - 447
Main Authors:	Mak, Shiu Ting, Chan, Timmy K C, Li, Kenneth K W
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	England 01-12-2017
Subjects:	Prosthesis rehabilitation exenteration
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Summary:	Orbital exenteration can lead to significant disfigurement causing considerable functional, cosmetic and psychological disturbances to the patient. Orbital prosthesis is important for the patient's cosmetic and psychological rehabilitation. A 49-year-old man received orbital exenteration and postoperative radiotherapy for malignant orbital carcinoma. In view of uncertain suitability and survival of osseointegrated implant in his case, a novel design of ocular implant consisting of a self-retaining magnetic spring retainer and a coupling silicone prosthesis was used. This novel design was shown to provide the patient with ease of use, good cosmetic outcome and better quality of life.
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ISSN:	0167-6830 1744-5108
DOI:	10.1080/01676830.2017.1337206