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Upper Eyelid Reconstruction: Follow-up
Updated: Jan 16, 2008
Outcome and Prognosis
The surgical outcome for upper eyelid reconstruction is mostly dependent on the extent of the primary defect. Larger defects necessitate more complicated reconstruction with associated risks of complications. In general, reconstruction in older patients is easier because of the increased tissue redundancy and more laxity. The primary goal of upper eyelid reconstruction should be globe protection. Aesthetic results constitute a secondary goal.
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References
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Keywords
upper eyelid reconstruction, eyelid reconstruction, eye lid reconstruction, eye lid surgery, eyelid surgery, globe protection, eye malignancy, eye tumor, periorbital malignancy, eye cancer, periorbital tumor, periorbital cancer, Mohs micrographic surgery, Mohs' micrographic surgery, eye trauma, eyelid trauma, eye lid trauma, semicircular eyelid flap, Tenzel flap, semi-circular eyelid flap, skin-conjunctival flap, Cutler-Beard flap
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