Eyelid Symmetry Research Articles

Use of oxymetazoline hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, 0.1% for improved lid symmetry in Graves’ disease

ABSTRACT Purpose The purpose of this study is to evaluate the usage of oxymetazoline hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, 0.1% in the treatment of Graves’ disease to improve lid symmetry. Methods Fourteen patients were identified with unilateral upper eyelid retraction, secondary to Graves’ disease. A phenylephrine test was performed to evaluate whether treating the unaffected (non-retracted) side would result in improved symmetry using Hering’s law. Patients were prescribed oxymetazoline hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, 0.1% to instill into the unaffected eye. Marginal reflex distance 1 (MRD1) measurements were taken pre- and post-treatment and patient satisfaction surveys were completed. Results The average pre-treatment MRD1 difference between the right eye (OD) and the left eye (OS) was 2.46 [range 1.50–4.00]. The average post-treatment MRD1 difference between OD and OS was 0.39 [range 0.00–1.00]. One hundred percent of patients were satisfied or very satisfied with the improvement in symmetry. Conclusions Oxymetazoline hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, 0.1% is a potential method to improve symmetry in patients with Graves’ disease and unilateral upper eyelid retraction via Hering’s law, especially for non-surgical candidates or those who prefer non-surgical treatment. Our results indicate improved MRD1 differences between fellow eyes and patient satisfaction regarding the symmetry of the upper eyelids.

Chasing the objective upper eyelid symmetry formula; R2, RMSE, POC, MAE, and MSE.

Investigate the most appropriate mathematical formula to objectively express upper eyelid contour symmetry. 62 eyes of 31 patients were included in the study. The upper eyelid contour symmetry of the patients was classified subjectively (independent of MRD1) as poor, acceptable, and good by three oculoplastic specialists (senior, expert, and junior surgeon). Bézier curves of the upper lid contour were drawn with ImageJ software (NIH, Bethesda, MA, USA). Using the algorithms created by Author SKC in Spyder (Python 3.7.9.), the symmetry of the Bézier curves of the left eyelids were obtained according to the y-axis, and the mid-pupils of both eyes were superimposed. The lower curve moved vertically to the equal height of the other curve to equalize MRD1's. R2 (Coefficient of determination), RMSE (Root-mean-square error), MSE (Mean squared error), POC (Percentage of co-efficiency), and MAE (Mean absolute error) were calculated. We evaluated the correlation between these objective formulas and the subjective grading of three surgeons using Spearman's rho (ρ). The correlation coefficient of RMSE and MSE were the same for all surgeons grading. There was a strong correlation between the senior surgeon's subjective scoring (N; poor = 8, acceptable = 16, good = 8) and R2, RMSE, POC, MAE (ρ = 0.643, p < 0.001, ρ = -0.607, p < 0.001, ρ = 0.562, p < 0.001, ρ = -0.517, p < 0.001, respectively). We found a strong relationship between the expert surgeon's subjective scoring (N; poor = 9, acceptable = 13, good:10) and R2 (ρ = 0.611, p < 0.001), RMSE (ρ = -0.549, p < 0.001), POC (ρ = 0.511, p < 0.001), and MAE (ρ = -0.450, p < 0.05). We found a strong correlation between junior surgeon's subjective scoring (N; poor = 6, acceptable = 18, good = 8) and R2, RMSE, and POC (ρ: -0.517, p < 0.001; ρ: -0.470, p < 0.001; ρ: 0.521, p < 0.001; respectively) and moderate correlation between MAE (ρ:-0.394, p < 0.05). The highest correlation is observed with R2. RMSE, MSE, POC, MAE, and especially R2, may quantitatively express upper eyelid contour symmetry, comparable with the oculoplastic surgeon. The highest correlation was observed between the senior surgeon and R2, and decreases with the experience of the surgeon.

Assessing the Efficacy of Blepharoplasty in Afghan people residing in Kabul

Introduction: Blepharoplasty, a surgical intervention designed to restore youthfulness to the eyelids, has achieved global recognition. Nevertheless, there is a dearth of research regarding its effectiveness within specific ethnic groups, including the Afghan population residing in Kabul. This investigation sought to evaluate the efficacy of blepharoplasty in this distinctive demographic. Materials and Methods: Experienced plastic surgeons specialize in performing all the blepharoplasty procedures. The surgical approach included removing excess skin and fat from the eyelids and making necessary adjustments to enhance both eyelid symmetry and functionality. Prior to the surgery, pre-operative evaluations were carried out to evaluate patients' concerns and expectations. Results: In the study, a total of 163 patients were examined, with 129 (79.14%) being Hazara patients and 34 (29.85%) belonging to other ethnicities. Among the participants, 93 (57.06%) were females and 41 (25.15%) were males. In the Hazara ethnic group specifically, blepharoplasty combined with an eyebrow lift yielded excellent results due to the genetic positioning of low and near eyelid eyebrows. Among the Hazara ethnic females, 90 (55.21%) who underwent blepharoplasty with eyebrow lift had excellent results, while 7 (4.29%) had good results with only blepharoplasty. Discussion: These findings emphasize the importance of considering ethnic variations and anatomical characteristics when planning and performing blepharoplasty procedures. The genetic positioning of the eyebrows in the Hazara ethnic group necessitates a comprehensive approach that addresses both the upper eyelids and the eyebrows to achieve optimal outcomes. On the other hand, for non-Hazara ethnic individuals, focusing solely on blepharoplasty may still yield satisfactory results.

A Modified Subbrow Blepharoplasty for Correction of Severe Upper Eyelid Skin Laxity.

Periorbital aging is characterized by dermatochalasis, lateral hooding and malformation of multiple eyelid creases. Rejuvenation of periorbital region is of great concern in aging Asians, especially for the females. However, the conventional subbrow blepharoplasty was indicated for mild or moderate skin laxity. For severe laxity, double-eyelid incision is necessarily to be involved. This study aims to improve the severe upper eyelid dermatochalasis through an extended subbrow single-incision approach with desirable outcomes. Patients underwent this surgical method from October 2020 to April 2022 were retrospectively reviewed. The redundant skin and orbicularisoculimuscle were excised through a spindle-like subbrow incision delicately designed in the sitting position. Surgical outcomes were evaluated by heights of designed line from the palpebral margin to the pupil center (HPPC), medial cornea (HPMC), and lateral canthus (HPLC) at different follow-ups. The overall satisfaction score of cosmetic outcomes was assessed by an independent surgeon and patients themselves based on the evaluation of: subbrow scar, eyelid symmetry, lateral hooding lifting, visual block improvement and brow shape. A total of 75 cases were reviewed, including 3 men and 72 women. The preoperative HPPC, HPMC, and HPLC were 4.27 ± 0.40, 4.72 ± 0.45 and 3.41 ± 0.35 mm. The values were postoperatively improved to 7.01 ± 0.46, 6.57 ± 0.34 and 5.69 ± 0.26 mm, respectively, presenting significantly different (p<0.05). The mean surgeon satisfaction scores were 3.6 ± 0.6 (range, 2.0-4.0), and patient satisfaction scores were 3.5 ± 0.6 (range, 2.0-4.0). No hypertrophic scar, sunken upper eyelids or other complications was found. The modified subbrow blepharoplasty method is an effective and safe alternative for correcting severe upper eyelid skin laxity, which can achieve both good cosmetic outcomes and functional improvement. This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .

Head rotation and the perception of eyelid height and contour

PurposeEffective visual perceptual processing is one of the many components of surgical competence. Human face identification is most efficient when viewed upright. However, it is not yet clear how this...

Tape Tarsorrhaphy in the Management of Lagophthalmos Caused by Severe Congenital Blepharoptosis Procedures.

Lagophthalmos, a common complication after blepharoptosis correction, has plagued oculoplastic surgeons. The goal of this study was to investigate the effect of tape eyelid closure on reducing the occurrence of lagophthalmos after blepharoptosis correction. From April 2020 to June 2021, a total of 112 patients with severe congenital ptosis received corrective surgery at the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Xijing Hospital, Fourth Military Medical University. Of these, 48 underwent frontalis muscle advancement technique and 64 underwent conjoint fascial sheath suspension. Preoperative data collected included demographics, levator function, Bell's phenomenon, and marginal reflex distance 1 (MRD1). Postoperative data included surgery type, MRD1, eyelid closure function, aesthetic outcomes (including eyelid contour, eyelid symmetry, and eyelid crease), keratitis, and other complications. Frontalis muscle advancement technique group: the median of safe eye closure time was 7.3 months (positive Bell's phenomenon; interquartile range [IQR], 3.8-10.8 months) and 13.9 months (poor Bell's phenomenon; IQR, 11.6-16.1 months). There was a significant improvement between the preoperative and postoperative MRD1 (-1.52 ± 0.82 vs 3.85 ± 0.58 mm, P < 0.05). Conjoint fascial sheath suspension group: the median of safe eye closure time was 5.7 months (positive Bell's phenomenon; IQR, 2.9-8.5 months) and 12.4 months (poor Bell's phenomenon; IQR, 8.1-16.7 months). There was a significant improvement between the preoperative and postoperative MRD1 (-1.02 ± 0.91 vs 4.15 ± 1.03 mm, P < 0.05). All patients/guardians were satisfied with the aesthetic outcomes. Tape tarsorrhaphy is a safe, easy-to-learn method for treating lagophthalmos with a good aesthetic outcome.

Surgical Outcomes After Frontalis Suspension Using Expanded Polytetrafluoroethylene Sling for Congenital Ptosis.

Purpose The purpose of the study is to assess short- and long-term functional outcomes after frontalis suspension using expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) sling for congenital ptosis repair. Methods A retrospective, observational case review was conducted on pediatric patients who underwent frontalis suspension using ePTFE sling from 2008 to 2020. Functional success was assessed by lid height, lid symmetry, and parental satisfaction with the cosmetic outcome.Clinical course and long-term functional outcomes after surgery were assessed. Results Twenty-one cases met the inclusion criteria and were assessed. The follow-up time ranged from 13 monthsto 11 years (mean: six years). Functional success after one surgery was 62% at early and late postoperative periods. Six of 21 cases (29%) required revisional surgery in the early postoperative period due to undercorrection. Three cases (14%) were complicated by infection and/or granuloma formation. There were no cases of ptosis recurrence in the long term if success was seen in the early postoperative period. Conclusion ePTFE slings remain an excellent option for severe congenital ptosis repair with frontalis sling, demonstrating long-term functional success, with satisfactory lid symmetry and acceptable cosmetic outcome. This is of important consideration in patients younger than three years of age, where autogenous materials may not be recommended. The need for early revisional surgery for undercorrection is not uncommon. The current authors also demonstrate a low but considerable risk for infection and/or granuloma formation.

Temporal-fasciae-complex sheet suspension for correction of severe recurrent blepharoptosis

Multiple surgical methods were performed to correct the blepharoptosis. However, the recurrence of blepharoptosis is not uncommon in clinical practice. The Temporal-Fasciae-Complex Sheet (TFC sheet) was an ideal autologous material in correcting the severe blepharoptosis. In the present retrospected study, we introduced our experience in the correction of severe recurrent blepharoptosis with the technique of TFC sheet suspension, and describe the follow-up results to illustrate its effectiveness and practicality. A total of 16 patients (23 eyes) with severe recurrent blepharoptosis were enrolled in this study. All the patients were performed with temporal-fasciae-complex sheet suspension surgeries for revision>12 months after the primary surgeries by the same treatment group. The margin-to-reflex distance 1 (MRD1), correction effect, and eyelid symmetry were used to evaluate clinical outcomes. 19 eyelids (82.6%) showed good correction results, and 5 eyelids (21.7%) showed fair correction results. The average value of preoperative-MRD1(pre-MRD1) was -0.17±0.97, and the average value of postoperative-MRD1(post-MRD1) was 4.01±1.24. There was a statistically significant difference between pre-MRD1 and post-MRD1 (p<0.0001). Good symmetry was observed in 13 patients (81.3%). All patients enrolled were satisfied with the surgical results. The Temporal-Fasciae-Complex Sheet Suspension is an effective and safe method for correcting the recurrent blepharoptosis.

EP-94 To see or not to see: A case of complex multidisciplinary surgical reconstruction

Abstract A 4 year-old child suffered catastrophic 60% total body surface area burn injuries affecting head and neck, trunk and limbs following sulphuric acid burns. He underwent limited treatment in his country consisting of first aid and debridement and grafting in upper and lower limbs and trunk, but no treatment to the facial and ocular areas. He was referred for assessment and reconstruction in the United Kingdom. Even though there were widespread burn scar contractures, his most severe injuries involved both eyes and adnexal structures with evidence of severe bilateral cicatricial ectropion and threat to vision. He required multidisciplinary plastic surgery and ophthalmic complex bilateral eyelid reconstruction in two separate procedures to restore anatomical and cosmetic integrity to both eyes. The initial procedure involved examination under anaesthesia of both eyes, release of the left upper and lower eyelids burns scar ectropion and resurfacing of the resulting defect with full thickness grafts from the left clavicular area. The grafts had full take with no evidence of infection and excellent cosmesis. A similar procedure was performed to reconstruct the right eyelids 6 weeks later. The vision of this eye was beyond salvage but the need for cosmetic eyelid symmetry was considered as an appropriate indication to proceed to reconstruction. This was found to be successful with excellent graft take and parental satisfaction. This case required coordination, expert holistic approach, complex surgery and extra efforts from the team to ensure compliance, communication and positive outcomes and highlights the importance of multidisciplinary team effort.

Efficacy of tarsoconjunctivomullerectomy in adults with acquired aponeurogenic blepharoptosis: a large single-surgeon case-series

ABSTRACT Purpose To evaluate the reoperation rate and symmetry after uni- or bilateral tarsoconjunctivomullerectomy (TCM) in a large, consecutive series of adult patients suffering from mild to moderate acquired aponeurogenic blepharoptosis. Methods Patients who underwent TCM because of mild to moderate acquired aponeurogenic blepharoptosis between January 2005 and September 2016 were analysed. Main outcome was reoperation rate. Secondary outcomes were eyelid symmetry and the effects of uni- or bilateral surgery, and in unilateral cases contralateral ptosis surgery. MRD-1 (Margin to Reflex Distance) similarity within 1 mm and contour of the eyelid were used for grading eyelid symmetry. Results We analysed the data of 243 patients, of whom 178 underwent unilateral, and 65 bilateral TCM. Previous ptosis surgery of the same eyelid had been performed (by another surgeon) in 44 patients. Reoperation was performed in four patients after unilateral (2.2%) and in 1 patient after bilateral surgery (1.5%) (p = 1.00). After unilateral surgery, contralateral ptosis surgery due to increased contralateral ptosis was performed in 16 patients (9.0%). We found no difference in reoperation rate between patients in whom ptosis surgery had been performed previously versus primary surgery (p = .22). Symmetry was good in 44%, acceptable in 44% and poor in 12% of the patients. Conclusions After TCM, the reoperation rate was about 2% with good or acceptable eyelid symmetry in most cases. There was no difference in reoperation results between uni- and bilateral cases. However, if we include secondary ptosis surgery of the contralateral eyelid in unilateral cases, results were better after bilateral surgery.

Modified levator muscle complex suspension on treating pediatric blepharoptosis with poor Bell’s phenomenon

To evaluate the surgical outcomes of pediatric congenital blepharoptosis with poor Bell's phenomenon (BP) treated with modified levator muscle complex suspension. Forty-two pediatric congenital blepharoptosis patients with poor BP were treated with modified levator muscle complex suspension, and their major surgical outcomes such as marginal reflex distance1 (MRD1), palpebral fissure height (PFH), and postoperative lagophthalmos were retrospectively reviewed. The mean follow-up was 10.28 ± 9.89months (range 3-32 Months). Surgical success was achieved in 54 (87.1%) of 62 eyelids at the final visit, including excellent results in 46 (74.2%) eyelids, good results in 8 (12.9%) eyelids, and poor results in 8 (12.9%) eyelids, respectively. The postoperative PFH of affected eyes (7.97 ± 1.47mm) was significantly improved compared with that before surgery (3.58 ± 1.31mm). The mean MRD1 was improved from - 1.48 ± 1.36mm before surgery to 2.94 ± 1.46mm after surgery. The postoperative MRD1 was ≥ 3mm in 46 eyelids and < 3mm in 16 eyelids. The mean lagophthalmos was 1.42 ± 1.20mm 3months after surgery. All of the patients presented complete blink postoperatively. Postoperative complications were rarely observed during follow-up. No patient had exposure keratitis, but blepharoptosis recurred in 6 patients (8 eyelids). All patients had satisfactory eyelid symmetry and contour. No complications were observed until the last visit. The modified method results complete blink, mild, and quick recovery of lagophthalmos, flexible eyelid motility, stable ocular surface, and it is simple to perform with few complications and a low recurrence rate at 12.9%, which is worth to wide application on poor Bell's phenomenon blepharoptosis.

Workflow and treatment results for computer-aided design and 3D-printed conformer therapy of congenital anophthalmia and microphthalmia

Background/aimsTo evaluate treatment with custom, three-dimensional (3D) printed conformers for socket expansion in congenital microphthalmia and anophthalmia (MICA).MethodsRetrospective analysis of prospective cohort from 2016 to 2020. All children received custom-made...

Three-Dimensional Tarsal Plate Reconstruction Using Lower Lateral Cartilage of the Nose.

Many types of graft tissue have been used to reconstruct the posterior lamella of the eyelids in cases of full-thickness defect, lid retraction, and loss of lower lid stability. In this study, lower lateral cartilage of the nose was used for the reconstruction of posterior lamella of the eyelids, which mimics the tarsal plate in shape, thickness, and size. This study included 10 patients who underwent lid reconstruction to support tarsal plate strength and repair full-thickness defects of the eyelids due to tumor excision and trauma. While anterior lamella was reconstructed with local or regional flaps, posterior lamella was repaired by using either chondromucosal or chondral graft of the lower lateral cartilage of the nose. Graft harvesting was performed on the inner surface of the alar rim by turning it inside out. Cartilage grafts were sufficient to reconstruct the tarsal plate in all of the patients having eyelid defects of various sizes. In 3 patients, horizontal half of the eyelid was defective, in 3 patients 3/4, and in 2 patients 4/5 of the lids were missing. The inferior eyelid was totally reconstructed in 1 patient. Surgical outcomes provided good lid symmetry and esthetics, patient satisfaction, and proper lid function without any nasal deformity, incision scar, or discomfort. Ala graft provides a thin, pliable, and curved cartilage for the eyelid reconstruction. It has a high similarity with the anatomy of the tarsal plate, making it adaptable to the convex surface of the eyeball, and making 3 dimensional repair possible.

Upper Eyelid Retraction in Graves' Ophthalmopathy: Our Surgical Experience on 153 Cases of Full-Thickness Anterior Blepharotomy with Mullerectomy.

We present our experience on 153 cases of full-thickness anterior blepharotomy with mullerectomy (FTABM) in the treatment of upper eyelid retraction (UER) related to Graves' ophthalmopathy (GO). We included all the patients who underwent a graded FTABM between 1st January 2015 and 30th June 2020 for UER GO-related. The analysis included: pre-/post-operative conjunctival symptoms, epiphora, GO-Quality of Life Questionnaire (QoL), lagophthalmos, marginal reflex distance (MRD-1) index, eyelid symmetry within 1mm. The statistical analysis was designed to detect postoperative improvement in objective and subjective clinical features. Outcomes were analysed through Chi-squared test for dichotomous variables and through Wilcoxon-Mann-Whitney test for continuous variables. Of the 111 patients, 42 underwent a bilateral procedure, while 69 a monolateral. Conjunctival symptoms were reported in 32% of cases before surgery and in 12.4% after FTABM (p < 0.001). Epiphora was complained by 29.6% of patients preoperatively and in 12.4% postoperatively (p < 0.001). Preoperative lagophthalmos was found in 12.4% (mean value of 0.34 ± 0.76mm) of eyelids, and in 2.6% (mean value 0.05 ± 0.19mm) eyelids (p = not significant) postoperatively. Pre-operative GO-QoL was 24.9 ± 4.4mm; while post-operative GO-QoL was 35.3 ± 5.5mm (p < 0.001). The MRD-1 varied from 10.12 ± 2.1mm preoperatively, to 4.3 ± 0.6mm (p < 0.001) after surgery. Asymmetric palpebral fissure was noted in 94 (84.7%) patients before surgery and in 7 (6.3%) after the procedure (p < 0.001). FTABM is an effective procedure to treat UER GO-related. The technique manages to prevent complications of UER and determine good aesthetics. This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 . Level IV, therapeutic study.

Simultaneous posterior eyelid ptosis repair and strabismus surgery: a single-stage approach.

Blepharoptosis with coexisting strabismus can be observed in adults, and both these conditions affect cosmetic appearance and have psychosocial effects. Both also commonly require surgery, which is typically performed using a sequential approach. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of simultaneous Müller's muscle-conjunctival resection with or without tarsectomy and strabismus surgery in adult patients with ptosis and coexisting strabismus. Patients with ptosis and coexisting strabismus who underwent simultaneous Müller's muscle-conjunctival resection with or without tarsectomy and horizontal strabismus surgery were retrospectively evaluated. Analysis included measurement of the angle of deviation in prism diopters, margin reflex distance, eyelid height asymmetry, and complications following surgery. Success of Müller's muscle-conjunctival resection with or without tarsectomy was defined as a margin reflex distance of ≥3.5 and ≤5 mm with a difference between the two upper eyelids of <1 mm. Strabismus success was defined as alignment with ±10 prism diopters of orthotropia. The patients comprised three women and five men with a mean age of 37.12 years (range, 22-62 years). The strabismus stage of the surgery was performed first in all patients. Upper eyelid symmetry outcomes were assessed as perfect (<0.5 mm) in four patients and good (≥0.5 mm, <1 mm) in four patients. Success of Müller's muscle-conjunctival resection with or without tarsectomy was achieved in six of eight patients (75%), and strabismus success was achieved in all patients. No revision eyelid or strabismus surgery was required following simultaneous surgery in any of the patients. Müller's muscle-conjunctival resection with or without tarsectomy combined with strabismus surgery may be an alternative approach for use in patients with ptosis and coexisting strabismus.

Comparing the symmetry of upper eyelid following unilateral ptosis correction

BackgroundMargin Reflex Distance 1(MRD 1) only describes the central height of upper eyelid and relies on the examiner’s experience and disregards eyelid contour abnormalities. Therefore MRD 1 may not be sufficient for an acceptable result to evaluate the outcomes of ptosis surgery. The primary purpose of this study was to assess outcomes of unilateral ptosis correction based on parameters including degree of symmetry, MRD 1, peak height of the upper lid, temporal and nasal ocular surface area, and temporal/nasal area ratio with an objective, quantitative, and repeatable method.MethodsThis study was designed as a retrospective non-randomized case-control study. Medical records of the patients with unilateral ptosis between October 2015 and December 2020 were reviewed. Patients with unilateral ptosis who underwent surgical correction and levator function of 5 mm or greater were included in the study. Two groups were defined; ptotic eye was case group and contralateral eye was control group. Data analysis was performed Image J and Matlab softwares.ResultsThirty-four patients were included in the study. Mean age of patients was 58.8 ± 12.7 years (range 15–75 years). Mean follow-up time was 19.5 ± 7.3 months (range 8–40 months). Four patients were diagnosed with congenital ptosis and 30 patients aponeurotic ptosis. Mean preoperative degree of symmetry for overall eyelid contour was 36.6 ± 27.5% (range 1–92%). Mean postoperative degree of symmetry for overall eyelid contour was 72.4 ± 16.5% (range 55–92%). Temporal/Nasal (T/N) area ratios for contralateral normal eye was 1.19 pre-postoperative, and it was 1.11 preoperatively, 1.15 postoperatively for operated ptotic eye.ConclusionsThis study primarily demonstrated a quantitative, objective, and repeatable method to investigate the degree of symmetry after eyelid surgeries. Secondly, this study suggested that T/N ratio may not be a reliable parameter to evaluate the eyelid symmetry.

Conjoint Fascial Sheath Suspension for Correction of Recurrent Blepharoptosis.

Blepharoptosis is defined as an abnormally low-positioned upper eyelid margin in the primary gaze position, which results in cosmetic discomfort and functional visual dysfunction. Recurrence is one of the common complications after ptosis correction and requires further revision. Conjoint fascial sheath (CFS) suspension has become increasingly popular for ptosis. In this article, we described our experience of CFS suspension in the treatment of recurrent blepharoptosis and evaluated the postoperative outcomes so as to guide the clinical application of CFS suspension. Thirty-eight patients (48 eyelids) who had recurrent blepharoptosis and received CFS suspension were included in this study. Before the surgery, the degree of ptosis and levator function were assessed. The postoperative evaluation consisted of the correction effect, eyelid symmetry, protective closure function of eyelid, and surgical complications. At the final follow-up, 46 eyelids (95.8%) showed an ideal correction, of which 24 eyelids (50%) showed sufficient correction and 22 eyelids (45.8%) showed normal correction. The remaining 2 eyelids (4.2%) showed under-correction. Among all 38 patients, 26 patients (68.4%) achieved good symmetry, and 10 patients (26.3%) achieved fair symmetry, while only 2 patients (5.3%) showed poor symmetry. Recovery time of eyelid protective closure function was 3.9 ± 1.04months (range, 2.5-6months). There were no complications except residual lagophthalmos (9 eyelids) residual conjunctival prolapse (10 eyelids). CFS suspension is an effective method for the correction of recurrent blepharoptosis due to its sufficient correction effect, recovery of eyelid protective closure function, and less complication rate. This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .

Assessing the results of anophthalmic prostheses.

Purpose:Anophthalmic sockets cause disfigurement that may result in emotional and social distress. The choice of procedure and implant is based upon the surgeon’s experience. There remains no standardization of cosmetic result. We sought to identify quantifiable anatomical features and functional properties related to a successful cosmetic result in patients with ocular prosthesis and to determine correlations between self-reported and third-party assessment of cosmetic success.Methods:This was a prospective observational study, which included 107 adult patients (50.1% female; age 53.08 ± 18.64 years, range 18–89) with acquired anophthalmia following prosthesis fitting. Patients completed a self-assessment questionnaire on self-perception of body image and ocular properties. Three independent examiners assessed cosmetic score. Assessed variables included prosthesis movement, eyelid symmetry, prosthesis stability, and socket fullness.Results:The general cosmetic result was 8.1 ± 2.19 (on a predetermined scale of 1–10) as perceived by the patients and 7.2 ± 0.19 by the examiners. Interexaminer correlation was high for all variables (P < 0.05). A good cosmetic result was correlated with prosthesis movement (P = 0.02), eyelid symmetry (P = 0.001), and prosthesis stability (P = 0.01). Factors that correlated with a good cosmetic result on multivariate analysis were prosthesis movement (odds ratio [OR] 4.95, P = 0.004), eyelid symmetry (OR 4.51, P = 0.006), and socket fullness (OR 3.56, P = 0.005). No correlation was observed between patients’ perceptions of the overall cosmetic result and those of the examiners.Conclusion:The cosmetic result of prosthesis use among anophthalmic patients is generally good, as perceived by both patients and examiners. Good eyelid position and symmetry, orbital fullness, and prosthesis motility were associated with a better cosmetic result.

Effect of Eyelid Crease Formation on Aesthetic Outcomes post Frontalis Suspension for Unilateral Ptosis.

Background:The eyelid crease plays a very important role in determining eyelid symmetry. This study was performed to compare the cosmetic results post silicone rod frontalis suspension surgery, performed with and without eyelid crease formation, for correction of unilateral, congenital ptosis.Methods:Prospective, interventional study. One hundred patients with unilateral, congenital ptosis, with poor levator muscle action, operated on by a single facial plastic surgeon, over 5-year duration (2011–2016). Group I had 50 patients, who underwent silicone sling (Bvi Visitec) frontalis suspension surgery. Group II had 50 patients, who underwent frontalis suspension silicone sling (Bvi Visitec) surgery, in combination with eyelid crease formation and levator muscle excision (when required). The cosmetic outcomes were evaluated by the patients themselves and by 3 blinded physician observers and recorded objectively via a 5-point questionnaire, after a 1-year follow-up.Results:Patients in group II were much more satisfied than the patients in group I, as confirmed by the subjective and objective evaluations.Conclusion:The silicone sling frontalis suspension surgery, when combined with eyelid crease creation and levator excision procedure (when required), provides better symmetry, superior cosmesis, and excellent patient satisfaction.

Change in Lower Eyelid Position After Ptosis Repair in Patients With Unilateral Myogenic Versus Aponeurotic Blepharoptosis.

To compare preoperative and postoperative lower eyelid scleral show in patients with unilateral myogenic (MP) and aponeurotic (AP) ptosis, analyze the factors correlated with them, and assess the rate of postoperative lower eyelid symmetry in both groups. Patients (older than 5 years old) with unilateral MP (58) and AP (20) were included from June 2015 to April 2017. Excluded were patients with previous eyelid surgery, strabismus, levator function of ≤3, and associated procedures. Margin reflex distance (MRD) 1 and 2 and levator function were measured by the same observer before and at least 6 months after the ptosis repair. Lower scleral show was observed in 56.8% and 80% of MP and AP, respectively. Margin reflex distance 2 was significantly (r = -0.37, p = 0.002) associated with MRD1 in the MP group (multiple regression analysis). Both groups showed a significant improvement of MRD2, postoperatively resulting in symmetric MRD2 in 91.4% of MP and 80% of AP group. It was not changed in 43% of MP and 25% of AP group. Multiple regression analysis showed that preoperative MRD2 was the only significant factor associated with postoperative improvement of scleral show in the MP group. Lower scleral show was significantly improved after ptosis repair in both MP and AP. The more severe MP was significantly associated with more severe preoperative scleral show. Preoperative MRD2 was the only factor predicting postoperative improvement of scleral show in the MP. No factor was significantly associated with MRD2 in the AP group.