NR. 4/2003
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Wykorzystanie płytki platynowej w leczeniu
niedomykalności powiek
Using the platinum implant eyelid weight in patients with lagophthalmos due to facial
nerve palsy
Mariusz Kęcik, Dariusz Kęcik
Katedra i Klinika Okulistyki I Wydziału Lekarskiego
Akademii Medycznej w Warszawie
Kierownik: prof. nadzw. dr hab. med. Dariusz Kęcik |
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| Summary: |
Facial nerve plasty results in asymmetric facial
deformities. The loss of orbicularis oculi function results in an inability to close the
eyelids and lower eyelid ectropion. The loss of parasympathetic innervation of the
lacrimal gland leads to decreased tear production. Patiens with complete facial nerve
palsy are at risc for eye complications resulting from exposure of the cornea. Failure of
protection predisposes the patient to exposure keratitis, corneal abrasion and, in rare
cases, blindness. Method of using platinum implant eyelid weight have been reported. |
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| Key words: |
facial nerve plasty, platinum eyelid weight, logophthalmos |
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