A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Fractures of the orbit
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A severe blow to the face can fracture any of several bones that form the orbit (the bony cavity that contains the eyeball, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels, as well as the structures that drain tears).
(See also Overview of Eye Injuries.)Pain and swelling may develop, and double vision or decreased vision may occur.
Computed tomography (CT) is done.
Sometimes the fracture is repaired surgically.Fractures of the floor (bottom) of the orbit (blowout fractures) are common, but fractures of other parts of the orbit also occur. Occasionally, the eyeball itself also is damaged.
Fractures of the orbit meaning & definition 1 of Fractures of the orbit.
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