“…There are, however, several case reports of ICA injury after other orthognathic procedures (Lanigan, 1988; Suzuki et al, 1997; Singhal et al, 1998; Sigler et al, 2008; Nout et al, 2010). Injury occurs either from direct intraoperative trauma or indirect injury from forceful stretching of the ICA and cervical hyperextension with contralateral rotation of the head (Lanigan, 1988; Suzuki et al, 1997). Although rare, awareness and recognition of the potential for this complication are paramount in the treatment of this patient population.…”