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Isolated bilateral upper lid coloboma--a case report.
B O Adegbehingbe1, J K Olabanji, A O Adeoye
1Ophthalmology Unit, Department of Surgery, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-lfe, Osun State, Nigeria.
Summary
Congenital upper lid colobomas can occur in isolation. Early surgical repair of bilateral upper lid coloboma in infants yields good functional and cosmetic results.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Plastic Surgery
- Pediatric Surgery
Background:
- Congenital upper lid colobomas can be associated with other health issues.
- This case focuses on a rare instance of isolated bilateral upper lid coloboma.
Observation:
- A 5-month-old infant presented with bilateral upper lid colobomas affecting two-thirds of each eyelid, accompanied by symblepharon.
- The infant had no other congenital anomalies.
Findings:
- Surgical repair involved a two-stage approach using a lower lid flap with the lid switch technique.
- The procedure, performed by plastic surgeons and ophthalmologists, achieved successful functional and cosmetic outcomes.
Implications:
- Isolated upper lid coloboma is a viable diagnosis in pediatric cases.
- Timely surgical intervention is crucial for optimal visual and functional results in children with lid colobomas.