Zygomatic Complex and Nasal Injury Case 3

You identify that your patient has, in fact, suffered a fracture of the left ZMC. There are no complications that require immediate referral to a maxillofacial or ophthalmology specialist. You inform him that he can be discharged home but realise that you are going to need to provide him with appropriate treatment and advice.

Indicate which of the following treatment and advice options are correct for a patient with a fracture of the ZMC.

Select the statements which are true.

In addition to his ZMC fracture, the patient also has a swollen tender nose but no obvious new deformity.

Describe the advice you would give to the patient, clarifying the symptoms for which they would need further management.