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Double rhomboid silicone rod frontalis suspension.

S Goldberger1, H Conn, M Lemor

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, White Memorial Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA 90033.

Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

This modified frontalis suspension surgery uses two silicone rods per eyelid for ptosis correction. It offers improved eyelid contour and easy adjustments, benefiting patients with poor levator function.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Plastic Surgery

Background:

  • Frontalis suspension is effective for severe ptosis with poor levator function.
  • Silicone rods offer tensile strength for eyelid elevation and elasticity for closure.
  • Existing techniques may have limitations in eyelid contour and adjustability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a modified frontalis suspension technique using dual silicone rods.
  • To evaluate the outcomes of this modified surgical approach.
  • To assess the benefits of eliminating specific fixation sutures.

Main Methods:

  • A modified frontalis suspension operation was performed using two silicone rods per upper eyelid.
  • Fixation sutures to the inferior tarsus and superior frontalis muscle were eliminated.
  • Postoperative adjustments and eyelid contour were assessed.

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Main Results:

  • The modified technique resulted in improved upper eyelid contour.
  • The procedure allowed for easy postoperative adjustments.
  • The use of dual silicone rods proved effective in managing ptosis.

Conclusions:

  • This modified frontalis suspension with dual silicone rods offers a viable alternative for ptosis correction.
  • The technique provides enhanced aesthetic outcomes and functional adjustability.
  • It is particularly suitable for patients requiring robust eyelid support and closure.