orabase and Ectropion

Topics: Anti-Bacterial Agents; Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium; Ectropion; Follow-Up Studies; Humans; Infant, Newborn; Male; Remission, Spontaneous; Tobramycin

Congenital eversion of the upper eyelids is a rare condition, the exact cause of which remains unknown. It is more frequently associated with Down's syndrome and black babies. If diagnosed early and treated properly, the condition can be managed without surgery. We report a case of congenital bilateral severe upper eyelid eversion in a normal infant, born by vaginal delivery. The case was conservatively managed by lubricants, antibiotics and eyelid patching.

Topics: Administration, Topical; Anti-Infective Agents; Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium; Ciprofloxacin; Ectropion; Follow-Up Studies; Humans; Infant, Newborn; Lubrication; Male; Ointments; Ophthalmic Solutions

To report on the usage of a thermoplastic material in eyelid reconstruction.. Retrospective single-surgeon case review.. Thirty-eight full-thickness skin grafts in 37 patients are reported. No major complications were encountered. All outcomes with the use of this technique yielded satisfactory results.. The use of thermoplastic materials in eyelid reconstruction appears to achieve results equal to those seen with traditional materials. This technique in eyelid surgery may save operative time and be less expensive than traditional methods.

Topics: Aged; Blepharoplasty; Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium; Carcinoma, Basal Cell; Carcinoma, Squamous Cell; Ectropion; Eyelid Neoplasms; Eyelids; Female; Humans; Male; Retrospective Studies; Sebaceous Gland Neoplasms; Skin Transplantation; Splints