Clinical Presentation & Protocol
Patient Usually Complains Of
Patient presents with concerns regarding redundant upper eyelid skin, reporting a sensation of "heaviness" or "hooding" of the eyelids. Symptoms are progressive, exacerbated by fatigue, and occasionally interfere with the superior visual field. No history of ptosis, diplopia, or ocular surface irritation.
Clinical Examination Findings
Examination reveals bilateral redundant, inelastic upper eyelid skin (dermatochalasis) with loss of the pretarsal crease. Margin reflex distance (MRD1) is within normal limits (>4mm). No evidence of levator dehiscence or brow ptosis. Prolapse of the medial and central orbital fat pads is noted. Visual fields are full upon manual elevation of the redundant skin.
Treatment Protocol
Recommended treatment: Bilateral upper blepharoplasty. Procedure involves precise excision of redundant skin and orbicularis oculi muscle, with conservative debulking of prolapsed orbital fat pads. Hemostasis achieved via bipolar cautery. Closure with 6-0 non-absorbable monofilament sutures.