Abstract: Objective To investigate the indications of conservative treatment of orbital fracture in early stage.Methods From October 2005 to December 2010,720 cases with orbital fracture were viewed.The indications of conservative treatment included: ①Negative in traction test;② No enophthalmos;③ The fracture area was less than 1.0 cm2.Other patients will be treated by surgical treatment.Results All cases were followed up for 1-12 months,there was no further ocular mal-position in 330 cases with conservative treatment.The ocular position,facial symmetry and visual function all return to normal in 390 cases with surgical treatment.Conclusion The indications of conservative treatment of orbital fracture in early stage suggested in this study may be useful and can avoid unnecessary operation.

Key words: Orbital fracture, Surgical treatment, Indication, Conservative treatment