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How to Avoid and or Treat Periocular and Eyelid Surgical Complications 36 th Annual Hugh Greenway Superficial Anatomy & Cutaneous Surgery www.superhealthyliving.com Steven Pratt MD, FACS, ABIHM La Jolla, California. 2. Pre-Op Evaluation. Fat Pockets Medial Webbing Patient Expectations
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How to Avoid and or Treat Periocular and Eyelid Surgical Complications36th Annual Hugh Greenway Superficial Anatomy & Cutaneous Surgerywww.superhealthyliving.comSteven Pratt MD, FACS, ABIHMLa Jolla, California
Pre-Op Evaluation • Fat Pockets • Medial Webbing • Patient Expectations • Doctor’s Expectation • Lid Crease Position • Slit Lamp Exam?
Pre-Op Evaluation • Lagophthalmos • Previous Surgery • Pre-Existing Lash Loss • Pre-Existing Scars • Brow Position • Medications • Platlet Inhibitors – herbals. ***** • Fair Complexion and Red Hair
Pre-Op Evaluation • Asymmetry = Take Photo • Psychological Profile • h/o Dry Eye/Keratitus • h/o Claustrophobia • Schirmer Test? • Bell’s Phenomenon • Corneal Sensation • Thyroid Evaluation – Lid Retraction • h/o Laser Vision Therapy • Lid Margin Disease • h/o laser skin resurfacing