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Facial Plast Surg 2012; 28(03): 273-287
DOI: 10.1055/s-0032-1312705
DOI: 10.1055/s-0032-1312705
Blepharoplasty Complications
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Publication Date:
21 June 2012 (online)
Abstract
There are three major areas of concern for a patient who has complications following a cosmetic blepharoplasty: cosmetic issues, functional issues, and uncomfortable/symptomatic issues or a combination of the above. An emphasis will be placed on avoiding cosmetic eyelid complications as well as the medical and surgical management of complications.
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