Abstract |
Transconjunctival incisions are used in cases of orbitozygomatic trauma and elective lower eyelid blepharoplasty. Although this approach has reduced the rates of ectropion, there is a rare but reported incidence of entropion. We review our experience with craniofacial trauma between 1998 and 2008 and our use of the transconjunctival, subtarsal, and subciliary approaches. We describe 2 patients where entropion occurred after a transconjunctival approach for repair of orbital and zygomatic fractures and review the literature. With the increasing popularity of this incision in reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery, a complete understanding of orbital anatomy and associated treatment options for entropion is necessary.
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Authors | Emily B Ridgway, Chen Chen, Bernard T Lee |
Journal | The Journal of craniofacial surgery
(J Craniofac Surg)
Vol. 20
Issue 5
Pg. 1412-5
(Sep 2009)
ISSN: 1536-3732 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 19816268
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article, Review)
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Topics |
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Aged
- Aged, 80 and over
- Cicatrix
(etiology)
- Conjunctiva
(surgery)
- Entropion
(etiology)
- Eyelids
(surgery)
- Female
- Follow-Up Studies
- Fracture Fixation, Internal
(instrumentation)
- Humans
- Male
- Maxillary Fractures
(surgery)
- Middle Aged
- Orbital Fractures
(surgery)
- Postoperative Complications
- Plastic Surgery Procedures
(adverse effects)
- Retrospective Studies
- Surgical Mesh
- Young Adult
- Zygomatic Fractures
(surgery)
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