Arch Aesthetic Plast Surg.  2018 Feb;24(1):39-41. 10.14730/aaps.2018.24.1.39.

Correction of Cicatricial Upper Eyelid Ectropion Using a Dermofat Graft and an Anti-Adhesive Agent

• Jang SY
• Kim HK
• Kim WS
• Bae TH

• KMID: 2405744
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.14730/aaps.2018.24.1.39

Abstract

Ectropion is characterized by eversion of the eyelid margin and exposure of the cornea and conjunctiva. This leaves the inner eyelid surface exposed and prone to irritation, and in severe cases, poor eye closure. Ectropion can occur for several reasons including congenital malformations, trauma, burns, anti-cancer medications, allergies, and inappropriate eyelid surgery. Surgical treatments usually include local flaps or skin grafts, depending on the severity of the defect. We present a case of successful cicatricial upper eyelid ectropion correction using a dermofat graft and an anti-adhesive agent (Guardix-Sol) after the wide release of tethering scar tissue.

Keyword

Anti-adhesive agents; Cicatricial ectropion; Dermofat graft

MeSH Terms

Burns
Cicatrix
Conjunctiva
Cornea
Ectropion*
Eyelids*
Hypersensitivity
Skin
Transplants*