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Epicanthus and epiblepharon.

C C Johnson

    Archives of Ophthalmology (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
    |June 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    This study differentiates epiblepharon from congenital entropion, noting that epiblepharon often resolves spontaneously. Treatment for epiblepharon and epicanthus tarsalis involves V-Y plasty for improved eyelid fold.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Plastic Surgery
    • Congenital Anomalies

    Background:

    • Epicanthus presents in four types: supraciliaris, palpebralis, tarsalis, and inversus.
    • Epiblepharon is a congenital eyelid anomaly affecting upper or lower lids.
    • Lower lid epiblepharon often regresses spontaneously and requires differentiation from congenital entropion due to distinct treatments.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To discuss the relationship between epiblepharon and epicanthus, particularly epicanthus tarsalis.
    • To highlight treatment similarities between epiblepharon and epicanthus tarsalis.
    • To outline surgical approaches for these conditions.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparison of epiblepharon and epicanthus tarsalis characteristics.
    • Description of surgical techniques, including V-Y plasty at the inner canthus.

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  • Emphasis on differentiating epiblepharon from congenital entropion.

    • Main Results:

    • Epiblepharon of the upper eyelids can be viewed as an exaggeration of epicanthus tarsalis.
    • Both epicanthus tarsalis and upper eyelid epiblepharon are effectively treated with a new upper lid fold and V-Y plasty.
    • Lower lid epiblepharon, if persistent, is treated similarly to upper lid conditions.

    Conclusions:

    • Epiblepharon and epicanthus tarsalis share treatment modalities, particularly V-Y plasty.
    • Accurate diagnosis is crucial for appropriate management of congenital eyelid anomalies.
    • Surgical intervention, like V-Y plasty, offers a solution for persistent epiblepharon and certain epicanthus types.