Zygomatic Complex Fractures Quiz

What is the most common cause of zygomatic complex fractures?

• a) Sports injuries

• b) Motor vehicle accidents

• c) Falls

• d) Assaults

Which of the following bones is commonly involved in a zygomatic complex fracture?

• a) Mandible

• b) Maxilla

• c) Zygomatic bone

• d) Frontal bone

What clinical finding is commonly associated with a zygomatic complex fracture?

• a) Diplopia

• b) Epistaxis

• c) Tinnitus

• d) Dysphagia

Which imaging modality is most commonly used to diagnose zygomatic complex fractures?

• a) X-ray

• b) Ultrasound

• c) CT scan

• d) MRI

Which muscle is often affected in zygomatic complex fractures, leading to limitation of mouth opening?

• a) Masseter

• b) Temporalis

• c) Orbicularis oris

• d) Buccinator

In a tripod fracture involving the zygomatic complex, which of the following structures is typically spared?

• a) Orbit

• b) Maxilla

• c) Mandible

• d) Frontal bone

What is a common complication of untreated zygomatic complex fractures?

• a) Hearing loss

• b) Vision loss

• c) Taste disturbance

• d) Facial asymmetry

Which surgical approach is commonly used for the reduction of zygomatic complex fractures?

• a) Transconjunctival

• b) Subciliary

• c) Submental

• d) Gillies approach

Which nerve is at risk of injury in zygomatic complex fractures, leading to numbness of the cheek?

• a) Trigeminal nerve (V2)

• b) Facial nerve (VII)

• c) Glossopharyngeal nerve (IX)

• d) Hypoglossal nerve (XII)

What is a potential complication of zygomatic complex fractures involving the orbit?

• a) Proptosis

• b) Ptosis

• c) Strabismus

• d) Nystagmus