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Periorbital hematoma, commonly known as a 'black eye,' is a localized collection of blood in the tissues around the eye, usually caused by trauma. It is a descriptive term rather than a distinct disease and is part of the broader category of soft tissue injuries. The modern preferred term is periorbital contusion or periorbital ecchymosis. It typically results from blunt injury to the face, leading to blood vessel rupture and bruising around the eye.
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