enophthalmos

Full Definition

Enophthalmos is the abnormal posterior positioning of the globe within the orbit, creating the appearance of a sunken eye. This condition commonly occurs following orbital floor or medial wall fractures, where herniation of orbital contents into adjacent sinuses increases orbital volume. Other causes include orbital fat atrophy, silent sinus syndrome, or congenital conditions. Surgical correction typically involves restoring normal orbital anatomy through fracture repair with implants or volume replacement techniques.

In Context

• "The patient developed enophthalmos following the orbital floor fracture with fat herniation into the maxillary sinus." — Clinical assessment
• "Enophthalmos correction was achieved using a porous polyethylene orbital implant." — Surgical technique description