The paraffinoma

During the last 10 years, I have seen 25 cases of paraffinoma of the nose complaining of disfigurement and tenderness over the mass. These cases were clinically grouped according to the site of injection as shown by representative cases. It has been observed that paraffin is injected into the nose for cosmetic improvement, but with the passing of months and years, many developed complications which were disfiguring. Surgical removal for each group was briefly described. (Summary)

Nasal deformities due to injectables

This is a presentation of the management of the nasal deformity due to injectables based on some cases operated on. Out of 128 deformed cases seen in SAYOC EENT CLINIC, 89 were injected into the nose, 59 with paraffin and 30 with Sakurai fluid. The injections were mostly done by cosmetologists although there are few doctors and dentist. It is a sad fact that the procedures has been tolerated by the agencies and authorities concerned inspite of the reported dangers and complications. (Summary)

xx Anatomiko at pisyolohikong pagliwanag kung bakit walang pilegas ang matang singkit

Going over the anatomy and physiology of the levator palpebrae superioris muscle, once will note that one of its insertions is the skin of the upper eyelid, and the contraction of which muscle causes it to become deeply recessed, hence the formation of the superior palpebral fold. Whereas in slit or almond eye of the Orientals, the cutaneous insertion of the levator palpebrae superioris muscle is absent, hence when it contracts, it carries with it the tarsus only while the skin rolls in following the edge of the lid without forming a lid fold. (Summary)