[Technique of Suspension Surgery Using Palmaris Longus Tendon for Correction of Severe Blepharoptosis]

Background In cases of blepharoptosis, the upper eyelid either cannot or can only be elevated insufficiently. The aetiology may be myogenic, aponeurotic, neurogenic, mechanical, or traumatic. The most common cause of congenital ptosis is myogenic, due to the improper development of the levator muscle. Methods Frontalis suspension operation as a technique of correction often uses silicone slings or fascia lata. On the basis of 3 cases, we present our method using palmaris longus tendon. Results In all 3 cases, intra- and postoperative courses were without adverse events and all cases are still relapse-free. Discussion Our technique using palmaris longus tendon for suspension of the frontalis muscle is a very good alternative to fascia lata or silicone slings. We achieved satisfactory results for eyelid opening and symmetry.