medial canthal webbing after blepharoplasty

Article Prevent by planning an incision that extends to the medial commissure; May be corrected by Zplasty, Wplasty, transposition flaps, or YV advancement procedures; Ptosis. The addition of epinephrine to local anesthetic solutions prolongs the duration of action of the anesthetic agent and may reduce intraoperative bleeding. Most patients only need to take 7 days off work. 2, pp. The anterior flap is cut along the new superior lid margin using Westcott spring scissors and folded downwards to create the anterior lamella of the new inferior lid margin (Fig. Vertically oriented upper eyelid nerves: a clinical, anatomical and immunohistochemical study. Lower eyelid of this patient shows cicatricial ectropion with middle lamellar scarring causing lid retraction as well after blepharoplasty elsewhere. If done in the plane of the lateral wall and in the plane of the levator aponeurosis and inferior rectus (i.e., parallel to these structures) in a blunt fashion the risk of significant damage to orbital structures is low. Allergies and a list of medications should be noted. Before discharge, wounds are checked for bleeding and dehiscence. Several surgical techniques to repair canthal rounding have been described previously. Can J Ophthalmol 2003; 38:223. 7, pp. I am 13 days post op. Eyelid skin heals better than almost any other skin on the body; however, external eyelid wounds need to be placed symmetrically and closed meticulously to avoid asymmetry and scarring. This is because most patients will initially experience small amounts of lagophthalmos from ongoing local anaesthetic effect on the orbicularis, swelling, and stiffness of the eyelids. Retrobulbar hemorrhage is a form of compartment syndrome, with pressure rising abruptly within the fixed 4 walls of the orbit. Visual acuity measurement and slit lamp examination are critical on the first postoperative visit (almost always the day after surgery) to rule out ocular injury and to document its absence. Milder eyelid laxity is treated by a form of lateral canthal tendon plication at the time of lower lid blepharoplasty, and dehiscence here is less common and of milder extent, and hence can usually be managed supportively [7]. 103, no. In younger patients, crease formation by skin fixation to the anterior tarsal plate rather than the levator aponeurosis avoids ectropion of the upper eyelid margin and superior migration of the fold. Bruising and swelling typically lasts 1014 days after surgery. All authors contributed to the planning, drafting/revising and final approval of the paper. 2, pp. Abnormalities of lower eyelid position include lower lid retraction with scleral show, rounding of the lower eyelid contour, rounding of the lateral canthal angle, and ectropion. The canthal rounding is split into its anterior and posterior lamellae using a 15-blade followed by Westcott spring scissors (Fig. CT scan is important, but only after initial decompression treatment has been carried out. 8589, 1990. Upper blepharoplasty with bony anatomical landmarks to avoid injury to trochlea and superior oblique muscle tendon with fat resection. Nonabsorbable sutures are removed 714 days after surgery. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg 2002; 18:45. I would like to have this corrected as soon as possible and need advice. The authors declare no competing interests. The subciliary skin muscle flap approach to the fat pads is avoided if at all possible. On average, this amount is between 1 to 2mm. Ophthal Plast Reconstr Surg 2004; 20:426. In addition, placement of an upper lid traction suture is important or the skin graft will be ineffective [79]. R. A. Ersek, Transplantation of purified autologous fat: a 3-year follow-up is disappointing, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, vol. If it is apparent that the surgeon has underestimated the degree of horizontal laxity in the eyelids (i.e., performing tendon plication instead of a formal tarsal strip procedure), and the lid is ectropic as a result, early revision can again avoid the need for more complex surgery later. The anterior flap is then cut along both superior and inferior lid margins and completely excised (Fig. Median follow up was 12 months (range: 1.548). 122, no. 4, pp. How do you handle them? The skin and orbicularis, lid margin, conjunctiva, and lower lid retractors are removed from the excess eyelid laterally, creating a lateral tarsal strip which is then anchored to Whitnalls tubercle inside the lateral orbital rim. Lastly, there are occasional patients who develop unrelated cranial nerve palsies some weeks or months after surgery by chance alone. ISSN 1476-5454 (online) 2, pp. Due to the complexity and intricate nature of eyelid anatomy, complications do exist. Surgical planning involves deciding whether upper or lower eyelids, or both will be operated on. Control of obvious bleeding points, if present is important. Graves disease: Heaviness of upper lids associated with proptosis may be indication, but disease specific concerns that require special caution include, Dryness related to lacrimal gland inflammation, Exacerbated appearance of proptosis with reduced hooding, Chronic postoperative inflammation related to primary disease, Emotional vulnerability related to thyroidopathy. Graded eyelid horizontal tightening is utilized in all but the youngest patients. Safety of Periocular Mohs Reconstruction: a Two-Center Retrospective Study. It is difficult to lower a crease which is too high. Intravenous mannitol 20% (12g/kg over 3060minutes). d The posterior flap is created. It is often necessary to tighten the lower eyelid at the time of blepharoplasty. In addition to a thorough pre operative assessment and meticulous surgical planning, understanding the etiology of complications is key to prevention. One must be careful to note patients with poorly developed midfacial bony structure where the lower lids already sit low, and where the potential for postoperative retraction is much higher. Patients typically are seen after blepharoplasty surgery or trauma with both cosmetic and functional (visual-field obstruction in lateral gaze) deficits. It has been shown that elderly people have a greater risk of falling if they have excess upper eyelid skin obstructing their visual field (Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci 2007;48:4445). Fat removal will help the first two causes, and laser skin resurfacing can aid the third if the pigment is relatively superficial. Unrealistic expectations include those patients who desire no upper lid fold at all, operated patients (who already look over corrected) desiring further improvement, patients who plan to return to their high demand occupation the day after surgery or those who book travel within the first week of surgery. Yazici B, etinkaya A, akirli E. Bilobed flap in the reconstruction of inferior and/or lateral periorbital defects. A running prolene suture, with several interrupted reinforcements is useful. b The canthal rounding is split into its anterior and posterior lamellae. READ MORE Medial canthal webbing occurs when incisions are carried too medially as seen in Figure 9. 5, pp. Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci 2007; 48:4445. 5, pp. We report a new technique for canthoplasty repair of canthal rounding with the use of illustrative cases. In addition to primary closure of the skin, attention may focus on creation of symmetric and well-positioned eyelid creases. Patients with previously established PACU can still undergo surgery if appropriate safety precautions are followed. The patient must be a resurfacing candidate to consider this treatment modality (Fitzpatrick skin type, I, II, or III), and the risks of hypopigmentation and hyperpigmentation stressed. Therefore, careful incision planning and meticulous surgery will minimize this problem. 4, pp. f The flaps are secured into their new positions. 1, pp. Any concomitant rise in intraocular pressure is secondary and treating it will not affect outcome. Risk factors for overcorrection include previous eyelid trauma, dermatological conditions leading to tight skin, and Graves disease. Patients may prefer to retain or change certain features such as relative hollowness or fullness of the upper eyelid sulcus. 21, no. However, I do recommend my patients to stay away from direct Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology. Plast Reconstr Surg 2010; 125:1017. Plast Reconstr Surg 1971; 47: 246. You are using a browser version with limited support for CSS. Moistened gauze may be placed over the closed eyelids. If early cicatrix formation is detected, local nondepot steroid injection can occasionally eliminate the need for more involved surgery. Provided by the Springer Nature SharedIt content-sharing initiative, Eye (Eye) Postoperative eyelid edema and levator edema are common and are temporary causes of ptosis. May occur with CO2 laser, steel scalpel, radiofrequency needle, or local anesthetic injection. There were five men and seven women. I have had a lower and upper blepharoplasty about 15 years ago, then I had my uppers done again about 4 years ago, but I had my lowers done again about 1year ago and because I had had them done previous the surgeon insisted on a hammock stitch at the outer corners of my eye, which has caused webbing! Treatment of conjunctival chemosis can alleviate downward pressure on the lower eyelid. Partial removal of orbicularis muscle over the medial eyelid area with grafting of medial fat into the lateral sub-brow area has been proposed to restore youthful contours (Fezza J, OPRS 2012;28:446). Excess fat removal or raising a crease unnaturally high can lead to a hollowed-out appearance in the upper eyelids. 1828, 1996. All patients except one reported good surgical outcomes, defined as cosmetically and functionally acceptable result to the patient and surgeon, after one procedure. The patient had symptomatic exposure keratitis despite copious lubrication and taping the eyelids closed at night. The rounding can have a significant component of scar tissue, creating an aesthetic or functional deficit that can be distressing for patients. Severe lower eyelid ectropion and retraction in a patient who underwent blepharoplasty elsewhere followed by several reparative attempts by the same surgeon. You may want to consult with a very experienced plastic surgeon who will have your best interest in mind. 2013;29:20814. 97, no. Rapid release of orbital pressure by opening the wound, releasing the lid with a lateral canthotomy with inferior and/or superior cantholysis, is most important. 4, pp. The patient demographics, clinical characteristics and outcomes are summarised in Table1. Unfortunately, even with careful patient selection and surgical planning, and an uneventful perioperative period, some patients may be dissatisfied with their results. Acute orbital hemorrhage requires prompt intervention. Dermatol Surg 2005; 31:553. I feel too much skin was taken medially and not enough at the outer side. Similarly, when using the CO2 laser to cut fat lobules free, one needs a back stop (usually a Q-tip) to absorb the transmitted laser energy and avoid damage to the structures that lie beneath (levator, Mullers muscle, conjunctiva and globe). Surgery can cost all different from street to street, even blocks to blocks in the same city, depending on the surgeon's reputation, skill and experiences. It is rare that true bony decompression either at bedside through the inferomedial floor or more fully in the operating room is required. Excessive bruising can lead to a prolonged recovery, infection, cicatrisation, and skin pigmentation. Laser resurfacing is utilized where skin shrinkage and rhytid reduction are desired. 1j and 1k). Another useful technique is to leave the traction suture in beyond one week. Any adjunctive procedures to be performed should also be determined. Patients with vitiligo may have an increased risk of hypopigmentation. One of the signs of imminent damage to the muscle is excess bleeding. Excess preaponeurotic and/or nasal fat is removed. If a third finger is required to recruit skin by pushing the mid face up, skin grafting or possible mid face lifting may be necessary. Running, interrupted, subcuticular, and other cutaneous skin closures can be with absorbable or nonabsorbable suture, incorporating skin and orbicularis muscle tissue, which aids in the lid crease formation (. In conclusion, our technique demonstrates a method for reconstructing a natural-looking canthal angle with good cosmetic outcomes and minimal scarring. Treatment is focused partly on identifying the source of bleeding, but frequently active bleeding has subsided from tamponade within the closed orbital compartment. 10361040, 1999. Slight dehiscence can be treated with topical and oral antibiotics, but a complete dehiscence needs prompt debridement and repair to avoid lower lid retraction and scarring. The surgeon must know his or her patients anatomy and distinguish septum from levator. Wanderer AA, Grandel KE, Wasserman SI, Farr RS. In New York city, I would say it ranges Good evening and thank you for your question .Complications of blepharoplasty can be minor or serious. Dermatitis: Chronic dermatitis caused by redundant skin is an indication for surgery. Lee CW, Sheffer AL. It seems my canthoplasty has failed. An alternative approach is the "pinch method" where eyelid skin is grasped and gathered until the skin is tight and the lashes begin to evert. Care is taken to avoid the levator palpebrae superioris complex which lies just posterior to the preaponeurotic fat pad. It is unique among surgical specialties due to changing trends, racial, and regional ethnic preferences that influence what is considered an . The assistance of your strabismus-oriented colleagues can be occasionally very helpful if the deficit persists. The punctum is a useful landmark for the upper lid and lower lid incision. Careful preoperative marking will minimize the incidence of this result and of course many minor degrees of asymmetry will disappear with time. Article An unsightly complication following blepharoplasty is webbing of the tissue at the medial or lateral canthus. 3, no. Removal or preservation of fat and muscle can help achieve these goals. In late cases, the relative contribution of lid laxity, skin shortage, and middle lamellar scarring is assessed by the three finger test. C. D. McCord Jr., The correction of lower lid malposition following lower lid blepharoplasty, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, vol. Preoperative and postoperative oral arnica (a herbal healing agent) has been claimed anecdotally to help when given in normal doses. Establishing trust and communication is essential to a doctor-patient relationship, perhaps even more important in a completely elective, aesthetic procedure with high expectations and standards. Blepharoplasty is an operation to modify the contour and configuration of the eyelids in order to restore a more youthful appearance. If the surgeon thought to preserve the excised skin in moist gauze, this can be utilized up to one week postoperatively. May be due to inadvertent trauma to the levator complex, including postsurgical edema and . When planning to perform an upper lid blepharoplasty, determining the amount of excess skin in the upper lids, the amount of excess or prolapsed fat, the position of the lacrimal glands, and the extent of lateral hooding and medial bulging are important. Juniat, V., Joshi, S., Hersh, D. et al. There was one recurrence of rounding, which was noted at the first post-operative review at 2 weeks following surgery. Fortunately, diplopia after blepharoplasty is extremely rare but is still a known complication. In the initial consultation, it is important for the surgeon to identify which unrealistic patients can be educated and operated on with confidence, and which ones cannot [1, 2]. The skin incision should still be kept low, perhaps at 5 to 6mm at the most. 2003;111:44150. Emerg Med Clin North Am 1998; 16:689. 2005; 21:327. Homeopathic treatments such as Bromelain and Arnica may help to minimize postoperative bruising and swelling. While we do connect people with vetted, board-certified doctors, we dont provide medical consultations, diagnosis, or advice. Goldberg RA, Marmor MF, Shorr N, Christenbury JD. J. The flaps are secured into their new positions with interrupted vicryl 6/0 sutures (Fig. 2, no. volume36,pages 564567 (2022)Cite this article. Injury to the inferior oblique or less commonly other extraocular muscles, is rare. CO2 laser incisions need 7 days to heal, so sutures are removed on day 7 or 8. My case seems quite complex compared to other cases of rounding I have seen: there appears to be a split between the lower eyelid and the webbing as opposed to the whole angle being blunted. I had eyelid surgery one year ago and have been left with a very unsightly scar. Patients concerns can vary immensely, ranging from a particular dislike of lateral hooding, a staring or overdone look (very common), a sunken look (a common concern in younger patients), to a fear of blindness to concerns about the length of the recovery period and intra- and perioperative pain. With our technique, we make use of the excess horizontal tissue to create the flaps, which in turn are folded and secured to realign the canthal angle discrepancies. 7175, 1987. Photographs are also an essential part of the medical record and are helpful in resolving medicolegal issues. 107, no. Cautery is applied as needed to achieve hemostasis. A total of 20mm of skin should remain when measured vertically between the lower margin of the central eyebrow and the margin of the central eyelashes. D. R. Jordan and R. L. Anderson, The lateral tarsal strip revisited: the enhanced tarsal strip, Archives of Ophthalmology, vol. If persistent, intense pulse light is a useful adjuvant treatment. 8, no. Lelli GJ, Lisman RD: Blepharoplasty complications. In lidocaine (amide-type) sensitive patients, procaine (ester-type) may be used. Inadvertent injury to the lacrimal system should be avoided in upper blepharoplasty by limiting incision medially. The skin and orbicularis oculi muscle form the anterior layers of the upper eyelid. Photographs of frontal plane and oblique view. To avoid this, use a Q-tip backstop immediately behind the fat incision made by the CO2 laser. An allergist should guide the workup and management of this condition. J. H. Oestreicher and K. Tarassoly, The mini tarsal strip lateral canthopexy for lower eyelid laser-assisted blepharoplasty-indications, technique and complications in 614 cases, Orbit, vol. Visual field is repeated with the eyelids taped up. Anecdotally, these techniques involve dividing the rounded canthus, with or without the use of bolsters, to try and prevent re-adhesion of the new margins. Other conditions such as ptosis, brow ptosis, entropion, ectropion, or eyelid retraction may also need to be corrected at the time a blepharoplasty is performed to ensure the best functional and aesthetic result. Remember also that when the preaponeurotic fat is grasped and the septal attachments divided, it is possible to pull the superficial levator aponeurosis up with it. Filling in the hollowed areas can be problematic. Another mechanism is direct or indirect injury to the inferior oblique during surgery. Copyright 2012 James Oestreicher and Sonul Mehta. 1b). If the patient continues to have difficulty describing or demonstrating what he or she desires changed, and into what, it obligates the surgeon to promote discussion or present alternatives until clear agreement occursotherwise, surgery should not be done. The posterior flap is cut along the new inferior lid margin using Westcott spring scissors and folded upwards to create the anterior lamella of the new superior lid margin (Fig. Relative merits and disadvantages of addressing concurrent blepharoptosis, eyebrow ptosis, eyelid retraction, and other sources of eyelid, eyebrow and orbital asymmetry can be included in the discussion on proposed blepharoplasty. How risky is this to correct and when is it safe to do? 21922196, 1979. Another possible issue is post-operative conjunctival thickening and persistent redness in the operated area. C. D. McCord Jr. and J. W. Shore, Avoidance of complications in lower lid blepharoplasty, Ophthalmology, vol. Scars dont run past outside of eye. If pigment is present without fat herniation, treatment with skin bleaching agents can be tried first. More effect (in terms of lifting skin off the eyelashes) for less skin excision can be achieved by creating a higher lid crease during the blepharoplasty. The amount of lagophthalmos must be such that lower lid elevation would eliminate it. Dry eye symptoms may worsen if there is a decreased blink after removal of orbicularis muscle. Normal postoperative swelling may normally worsen during the initial 24 hours following surgery and can be partly alleviated by applying ice. Up to 24 hours, cantholysis and pressure release (if the orbit is still tense) and steroid treatment can be utilized. Canthal rounding has been reported following periocular tumour or trauma reconstruction [4, 5]. Plast Reconstr Surg 2001; 108:2137. Adams J, Murray R. The general approach to the difficult patient. The lid is placed on upward traction to facilitate this process, and an appropriately sized full-thickness graft is contoured to fit the defect after the eyelid is tightened horizontally. The median age was 65.5 years (range: 2688). Besides webbing and incisions up to my eye brows I have this sagging in my left eye. Prolonged surgery and reoperation with scarred tissue contribute to swelling and ecchymosis. Mild lower-lid laxity or lateral canthal deformity. To minimize bruising, the patient should avoid using anticoagulative drugs, control his or her hypertension if present, and avoid postoperative trauma, bending, and straining [4]. Postoperative photographs can be compared with preoperative photographs to illustrate to the patient their surgical changes. Patient education and cold avoidance are the primary means of treatment. Lateral canthal support is used to address the lower eyelid laxity either by . Hi. There are currently 25 Eyelid Surgery + Webbing questions and doctor answers on RealSelf. 107, no. Pure skin lack can be remedied by a full thickness skin graft. After marking is complete and before injection of local anesthetic, the lack of skin elasticity may make the marks look irregular and malpositioned. 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