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Subconjunctival hemorrhage is most commonly found in which fracture?

  1. Nasal
  2. LeFort I
  3. Frontal sinus
  4. Zygomatic arch
  5. Zygomaticomaxillary complex (ZMC)
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Correct answer: E. Zygomaticomaxillary complex (ZMC)

ZMC fracture classically presents with subconjunctival hemorrhage because it involves the orbital floor, disrupting periorbita and allowing blood to pool beneath the conjunctiva. Other hallmarks include infraorbital nerve paresthesia, enophthalmos, and malar flattening.

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