Application of asymmetrical Z-plasty in correction of epicanthus

VernacularTitle:不对称Z成形术在内眦赘皮矫正术中的应用
Author: Chong REN ; Li MA
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: Epicanthus; Epicanthoplasty; Z-plasty; Double-eyelid-blepharoplasty
From: Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology 2009;15(2):104-106
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective To investigate a new method in correction of epicanthus.Methods Asymmetrical Z-plasty was used in correcting epicanthus and lengthening palpebral fissure in 42 cases with 84 eyes.It could be combined with double-eyelid-blepharoplasty to create beautiful eyes.Results All 42 cases with 84 eyes had satisfactory outcome after half a year to 2 years follow-up.The epicanthus scar was conspicuous in the first 6 weeks and it subsided gradually.In the three cases.the hypertrophic scar occurred in the epicanthus,but it softened and became inconspieuous 6 mouths after operation.Conclusion Asymmetrical Z-plasty is a new and reliable method for correction of epicanthus with inconspicuous scar and little chance of recurrence that can be widely used.