Background: - Zygomatic arch play a very important role in the facial contour, trauma to the zygomatic arch causes malposition and hinders the jaw moment. Maxillofacial trauma has been Depending on the radiological investigations for the diagnosis of the facial bone fractures. The aim of the study is to evaluate ultrasonography as diagnostic aid for zygomatic arch fractures.
Methods: - A prospective study was done in 10 patients with ZMC fractures. ultrasonography was done bilaterally along with the conventional SMV radiographic view.
Results: - Ultrasonography was accurate in assessing the zygomatic arch fractures. Conclusion: - Ultrasonography offers a safe, easily accessible, economical and accurate adjunct to conventional radiography for the diagnosis zygomatic arch fractures.
