[Statistical analysis of complications of the frontalis aponeurosis flap for correction of complete blepharoptosis].
OBJECTIVE
The cause of and prophylactic measures for the complications of the frontalis aponeurosis flap suspension for correction of blepharoptosis were investigated to improve the operative results.


METHODS
Five hundred and thirteen patients who were found to have complications after frontalis aponeurosis flap suspension for blepharoptosis were studied by follow-up examinations.


RESULTS
Fourteen kinds of postoperative complications were found and cured.


CONCLUSIONS
Most of the postoperative complications following blepharoptosis correction can be prevented and well treated. The frontalis aponeurosis flap technique is reliable for correction of complete blepharoptosis.
Department of Ophthalmology, Nanfang Hospital of the First Military Medical University, Guangzhou 510515.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D016569:Blepharophimosis / Q000601:surgery; D019882:Blepharoplasty / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods; D001763:Blepharoptosis / Q000601:surgery*; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control; D013524:Surgical Flaps