Comments on: Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Everting Sutures with a Lateral Tarsal Strip for Involutional Lower Eyelid Entropion
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DOI: 10.1007/s40123-020-00238-w
Abstract: We read with great interest the recent article by Nakos et al. that showed the lateral tarsal strip (LTS) to have superior surgical success rates and reduction of symptoms than Quickert everting sutures (ES) in… read more here.
Keywords: involutional lower; eyelid entropion; lower eyelid; lateral tarsal ... See more keywords
Lateral Tarsal Strip versus Tensor Fascia Lata Sling for Paralytic Ectropion - Comparison and Long-Term Outcomes.
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DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000010533
Abstract: BACKGROUND Paralytic ectropion increases risk for corneal injury in facial palsy patients. While a lateral tarsal strip (LTS) provides corneal coverage through supero-lateral lower eyelid pull, the unopposed lateral force may result in lateral displacement… read more here.
Keywords: lateral tarsal; paralytic ectropion; punctum; scleral show ... See more keywords