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Summary

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This review details medical and surgical treatments for functional and aesthetic issues following orbital surgery. It covers eyelid malposition and double vision, offering options to restore orbital structure and function.

Keywords:

contour abnormalities craniotomy complications diplopia hair loss lagophthalmos ptosis

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Plastic Surgery
Neurosurgery

Background:

Orbital surgery for brain and/or orbital tumors can lead to functional and aesthetic abnormalities.
These abnormalities may affect eyelids, orbit, extraocular muscles, and scalp contour.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline medical and surgical management strategies for post-orbital surgery functional and aesthetic deficits.
To discuss multidisciplinary approaches for comprehensive orbital care.

Main Methods:

A review of current management options was conducted.
Data was gathered from outpatient clinics and ambulatory surgery centers.
Illustrative cases were selected to demonstrate interventions.

Main Results:

Various medical and surgical interventions are available for optimizing eyelid, orbital, and scalp structure and function.
Specific focus was placed on addressing eyelid malposition and double vision.

Conclusions:

A range of treatment options exist to improve outcomes after orbital surgery.
Multidisciplinary collaboration is key in managing complex orbital abnormalities.