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Microblepharon.

D R Jordan1, H McDonald

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Ophthalmic Surgery
|July 1, 1992
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A surgical technique using full-thickness skin grafts successfully treated microblepharon and lagophthalmos in a child. This innovative approach corrected eyelid abnormalities, preventing corneal exposure and improving patient comfort.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Plastic Surgery

Background:

  • Microblepharon, a condition of abnormally small eyelids, can lead to significant ocular surface problems.
  • Lagophthalmos, the inability to close the eyelids completely, often results in corneal exposure and potential vision impairment.

Observation:

  • A pediatric patient presented with microblepharon and severe lagophthalmos causing corneal exposure.
  • The condition led to discomfort and risk of ocular surface damage.

Findings:

  • Surgical reconstruction was performed using full-thickness skin grafts applied to all four eyelids.
  • The procedure effectively corrected the lagophthalmos, allowing for complete eyelid closure.

Implications:

  • This surgical strategy offers a viable solution for complex cases of microblepharon with associated lagophthalmos.
  • Restoration of eyelid function protects the cornea and preserves visual health in affected children.