Current techniques in surgical correction of congenital ptosis
MEAJO-Middle East African Journal of Ophthalmology. 2010; 17 (2): 129-133
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ABSTRACT
Ptosis refers to vertical narrowing of the palpebral fissure secondary to drooping of the upper eyelid to a lower than normal position. Ptosis is considered congenital if present at birth or if it is diagnosed within the first year of life. Correction of congenital ptosis is one of the most difficult challenges ophthalmologists face. Multiple surgical procedures are available including, frontalis sling, levator advancement, Whitnall sling, frontalis muscle flap, and Mullerectomy. Selection of one technique over another depends on the consideration of several factors including the surgeon experience, the degree of ptosis in the patient, as well as the degree of levator muscle function. Current recommendations for the correction of congential ptosis vary based on clinical presentation. Advantages and disadvantages of each of these procedures are presented with recommendations to avoid complications
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IMEMR (Mediterraneo Oriental)
Asunto principal:
Procedimientos Quirúrgicos Oftalmológicos
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Blefaroptosis
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Resultado del Tratamiento
Límite:
Humanos
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Middle East Afr. J. Ophthalmol.
Año:
2010
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