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Scleral show.

R Loeb

    Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
    |August 1, 1988
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Scleral show, an exaggerated sclera appearance, can arise from various causes and is a complex blepharoplasty complication. Careful surgical technique, particularly orbicularis oculi muscle resection, is crucial to prevent this condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Plastic Surgery

    Background:

    • Scleral show is an anatomical condition characterized by an exaggerated visible scleral area.
    • It can stem from constitutional, evolutive, endocrine, or iatrogenic causes.
    • Scleral show is recognized as a challenging complication following blepharoplasty surgery.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To define scleral show and differentiate it from ectropion.
    • To highlight the complexities and poor treatment response associated with scleral show.
    • To emphasize preventative measures during blepharoplasty to avoid iatrogenic scleral show.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of anatomical and clinical definitions of scleral show.
    • Comparison of clinical features distinguishing scleral show from ectropion.

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  • Analysis of blepharoplasty surgical techniques relevant to orbicularis oculi muscle resection.

    • Main Results:

    • Scleral show is not always associated with ectropion, and key differences are elucidated.
    • The etiology of scleral show is multifactorial, including iatrogenic factors.
    • Specific surgical precautions regarding orbicularis oculi muscle resection are identified as critical for prevention.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding the distinct nature of scleral show from ectropion is essential.
    • Iatrogenic scleral show is a significant blepharoplasty complication requiring careful surgical management.
    • Precise management of the orbicularis oculi muscle during blepharoplasty is key to preventing scleral show.