Penetrating maxillofacial injury: A case report

Objective: penetrating injuries in the maxillofacial region pose a great challenge due to the anatomical complexity inherent to the area compounded with vital functions such as vision and airway. this paper highlights the importance of meticulous preoperative planning and a concerted effort of a multidisciplinary team in managing penetrating maxillofacial injuries. case presentation: a 38-year -old man reported to the emergency department with a knife impacted in the medial wall of the orbit, travelling up to the base of the cranium. a ct scan aided in evaluating the site, depth, and relation of the foreign body to the adjacent structures. a team of oral and maxillofacial surgeons, ent and neurosurgeon successfully retrieved the knife and the patient recovered with no morbidities. conclusions: penetrating injuries in the maxillofacial region are rare and there is a dearth of documentation in literature. a quick response with proper preoperative planning and a team approach is paramount in the successful management of these patients.