Senile entropion bidimensional surgical repair

Abstract

Introduction and objective: Involutional entropion is a common pathology, there are many techniques for its resolution, but so far none has proven to be the preferred one Entropion is the internal and maintained rotation of the upper or more common palpebral margin of the lower eyelid, unilaterally or bilaterally. Of the four types described, involutive entropion is the most common. An easy-to-execute technique is presented that solves most of the physiological factors that lead to senile entropion. Material and method: Thirteen eyelids were operated in total, with the technique called vertical shortening and palpebral horizontal elongation. All surgeries went without complications The average follow-up was 6 months. Results: Postoperative physical examination, in all patients shows an improvement in palpebral position and complete elimination of scleral exposure. Conclusion: The proposed technique combines the correction of the horizontal and vertical laxity of the palpebral tissues, with effective results in the treatment of involutional entropion.