Asymmetric Z flap in double-eyelid blepharoplasty of epicanthal folds
- VernacularTitle:应用不对称Z成形法Ⅰ期完成内眦赘皮矫正和重睑成形术
- Author:
Hongtai HU
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Epicanthal folds;
Double-lid blepharoplasty;
Z-plasty
- From:
Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology
2002;0(02):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To discuss the possibility of plastic and cosmetic operation incorporating epicanthoplasty with the double-lid procedure in one stage. Methods When planning the double-lid procedure, the correction of epicanthal folds and creating double-lid were operated using asymmetric Z flap at medial canthal area in one-stage procedure. The appearance of large-opened eyes was produced by lengthening the palpebral fissure.Results From Feb. of 2004 to Feb. of 2005, all 30 eyes (15 cases) were operated and satisfactory aesthetic results were obtained. In the follow-up periods the results were good. Conclusion This is a simple and effective operation procedure with good results that can be widely used.
