A Case of Zygomatic Fracture Complicated with Masticator Space Abscess and a Comprehensive Review of the Literature

International Journal of Surgical Wound Care 2026 Open access

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Authors: Saori Kawakami, Miho Kirita, Kazuki Mayuzumi, Yuto Kitano, Junichi Nakao
DOI: 10.36748/ijswc.25-00025
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Abstract

Patient dataAn 81-year-old man fell down the stairs at home and visited an orthopedic surgeon.He was diagnosed with a right zygomatic fracture and referred to our department the next day.He had type 2 diabetes mellitus (HbA1c 6.4%), urothelial cancer with supportive care, dyslipidemia, retinitis pigmentosa

Fields of Study & Subjects

Facial Trauma and Fracture Management Otolaryngology and Infectious Diseases Case Reports on Hematomas

Publication details

Journal / source
International Journal of Surgical Wound Care
Volume
7
Issue
1
Pages
13–19
Publication date
12 February 2026
Language
EN