Anatomic considerations in transconjunctival blepharoplasty.
1995Plastic and reconstructive surgery
Yousif NJ, Sonderman P, Dzwierzynski WW, Larson DL
Plain English
This study examined the anatomy of the lower eyelid by dissecting 20 cadaver eyelids to improve the technique used in a specific eyelid surgery called transconjunctival blepharoplasty. The researchers found that making the incision closer to the inner corner of the eye allows surgeons to safely access the fat compartments in that area. They also discovered that fat is spread out in a way that traditional descriptions do not cover, meaning some fullness in the lower eyelid cannot be fixed with the transconjunctival approach.
Who this helps: This helps surgeons performing eyelid surgery and their patients seeking cosmetic improvement.