Surgical therapy of blepharochalasis with lacrimal glands prolapse

Abstract

Objective To evaluate the operative method of blepharochalasis with lacrimal glands prolapse. Methods The operations were performed to treat this syndrome with dermatochalasis and lacrimal glands prolapse and ptosis through the double eyelid fold incision. Results Twelve patients gained the satisfied effects during the 6 months to 6 years follow up after lacrimal gland reposition combined with double eyelid plasty. Conclusions It is convenient and effective to treat the function and appearance of blepharochalasis with lacrimal glands prolapse by the reposition therapy through a double eyelid fold incision. Key words: Blepharochalasis ; Lacrimal glands prolapse ; Double eyelid folds ;