A case report of Intraorbital foreign bodies its clinical presentation and surgical outcome

Reddy, Gajjala Manasa and M, Narayan and Koti, Ramnath (2025) A case report of Intraorbital foreign bodies its clinical presentation and surgical outcome. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 25 (2). pp. 2445-2450. ISSN 2581-9615

The occurrence of foreign body (FB) penetration into the orbit is a relatively uncommon type of injury. FBs can be classified as either organic or inorganic, and they may remain asymptomatic within the orbit or result in significant complications such as cellulitis, optic neuropathy, and ocular dismotility. Asymptomatic inorganic FBs can often be monitored without the necessity for surgical intervention. When contemplating surgical removal, it is essential to consider the potential complications associated with the procedure, as well as the composition of the FB and its possible effects on the intraorbital environment. This report reviews the clinical characteristics and management outcomes of a cohort of patients who underwent orbitotomy for the removal of FBs.Intraorbital foreign bodies are primarily composed of inorganic and metallic materials, with a notably higher prevalence among young males. Although orbital cellulitis is generally linked to organic foreign bodies, it may also occur due to metallic items that breach the lacrimal sac or paranasal sinuses. By employing suitable precautions, the extraction of intraorbital foreign bodies can be performed effectively and safely through contemporary orbitotomy methods