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Cicatricial ectropion in lamellar ichthyosis
1Department of Ophthalmology, White Memorial Medical Center, Los Angeles, California 90033.
Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|January 1, 1990
Summary
Successful surgical treatment for bilateral lower lid ectropion in a patient with lamellar ichthyosis involved postauricular skin grafts and horizontal lid shortening. This approach offers a potential solution for this rare condition.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Dermatology
- Plastic Surgery
Background:
- Lamellar ichthyosis is a rare genetic skin disorder.
- Lower eyelid ectropion can be a challenging complication of ichthyosis.
- Surgical correction is often necessary for functional and cosmetic improvement.
Observation:
- A 35-year-old woman with lamellar ichthyosis presented with bilateral lower eyelid ectropion.
- The condition caused significant discomfort and visual impairment.
Findings:
- The patient underwent successful surgical correction using postauricular skin grafts.
- Horizontal lid shortening techniques were also employed.
- The surgical outcome was favorable, with complete resolution of the ectropion.
Implications:
- This case highlights the efficacy of combined surgical techniques for ectropion in ichthyosis patients.
- The described modifications may help prevent recurrence.
- Further research into optimal surgical strategies for ichthyosis-related ectropion is warranted.