Acquired entropion associated with the transconjunctival incision for facial fracture management

J Craniofac Surg. 2009 Sep;20(5):1412-5. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0b013e3181aee3ee.

Abstract

Transconjunctival incisions are used in cases of orbitozygomatic trauma and elective lower eyelid blepharoplasty. Although this approach has reduced the rates of ectropion, there is a rare but reported incidence of entropion. We review our experience with craniofacial trauma between 1998 and 2008 and our use of the transconjunctival, subtarsal, and subciliary approaches. We describe 2 patients where entropion occurred after a transconjunctival approach for repair of orbital and zygomatic fractures and review the literature. With the increasing popularity of this incision in reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery, a complete understanding of orbital anatomy and associated treatment options for entropion is necessary.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Cicatrix / etiology
  • Conjunctiva / surgery*
  • Entropion / etiology*
  • Eyelids / surgery
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Fracture Fixation, Internal / instrumentation
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Maxillary Fractures / surgery
  • Middle Aged
  • Orbital Fractures / surgery*
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures / adverse effects
  • Postoperative Complications*
  • Retrospective Studies
  • Surgical Mesh
  • Young Adult
  • Zygomatic Fractures / surgery*