Correction of severe depression deformities at lower eyelid.
- Author:
Wen-yi WU
1
;
Ping JIANG
;
Chao-yang WANG
;
Shi-ze ZHU
;
Jian-hua GAO
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH: Adolescent; Adult; Blepharoplasty; methods; Eyelids; abnormalities; surgery; Female; Follow-Up Studies; Humans; Male; Reconstructive Surgical Procedures; methods; Skin Transplantation; Surgical Flaps; Young Adult
- From: Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery 2009;25(2):111-113
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVETo evaluate the application of temporal fascia flaps in the correction of severe depression deformities at lower eyelids.
METHODSSevere depression deformities at lower eyelid were corrected with temporal fascia flaps pedicled with superficial temporal artery in 9 cases.
RESULTSAll flaps survived with good appearance. All patients were followed up for 6-12 months with good long-term results. The donor sites had no obvious scalp scar.
CONCLUSIONSTemporal fascia flap is an optimal choice for correction of the severe depression deformities at lower eyelid. It is easily performed with good result and less donor site morbidity.
