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Facial Plast Surg 2023; 39(01): 002-007
DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1760111
Original Article

Clinical Assessment for Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty with Attention on Negative Prognostic Indicators

Anneclaire V. Vroegop 
1   Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital Antwerp, Edegem, Belgium
2   Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerpen, Belgium
,
Callum Faris
1   Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital Antwerp, Edegem, Belgium
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Abstract

In the present report, a comprehensive approach on the assessment of the lower eyelid for blepharoplasty is provided. Important items such as anatomical key areas and surgical factors are discussed. Proper management of lower eyelid deformities requires an understanding of both intrinsic and extrinsic anatomical factors resulting in the unfavorable outcome.

Keywords

lower eye lid deformity - blepharoplasty - clinical eye lid assessment - complications


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Article published online:
27 January 2023

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