Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery

Eyelid Reconstruction

The eyelids play an important role in environmental protection They protect the eyes from trauma and excessive light, as well as aid in the maintenance of the tear-corneal film and the pumping of tears toward the nasolacrimal duct system. Another important aspect is the expression and beauty of the face provided by the muscles in the lid. Eyelid defects can result from tumor resection traumatic injuries or congenital anomalies. To perform eyelid reconstruction it is critical to understand the basic anatomical features of the eyelid in order to restore it as close to the presurgical parameters as possible and allow adequate functioning