Abstract
The purpose of this review is to examine current trends in reconstruction following orbital exenteration. Defects ranging from isolated exenteration to more complex midface resections are explored. Goals of reconstruction include separating the sino-orbital cavities and creating a safe, stable wound that can withstand adjuvant radiation. When planning for orbital rehabilitation, it is important to create a concave cavity that can accommodate a prosthesis. This is primarily achieved through secondary granulation or split-thickness skin grafts. Recently, the use of dermal allografts has been investigated and shown good success with epithelization of the orbital cavity. For complex orbitomaxillectomy defects, musculocutaneous free tissue flaps remain the mainstay for reconstruction. Reconstructive options following orbital exenteration are based on extent of the defect, need for postoperative radiation, and plans for orbital rehabilitation with prosthesis.
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