If lacrimal gland prolapse is suspected, why would some doctors want to do a biopsy before resuspension (insurance covers)? Is it necessary to rule out medical causes? Is there any reason not to have the biopsy with the resuspension? Other doctors are saying it's purely cosmetic (insurance doesn't cover) and no biopsy needed so I'm confused. Want to have it done right. All doctors are certified ASOPRS doctors.
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January 21, 2020
Answer: How necessary is a lacrimal gland biopsy with prolapse?
Cosmetic lower eyelid surgery may be performed using the transconjunctival approach where fat is removed via a small incision hidden behind the lower eyelid, therefore avoiding a visible skin incision. This works well for patients who are only concerned with fat bags or the tear trough deformity...
The risk of going blind from orbital decompress can be as high as one case in 1000. The risk is less if no bone is removed. But proptosis is not why your eyes look prominent. If you ask surgeons for a particular surgery, someone will perform that surgery for you even if you don't actually need...
Sutures dont make a long term difference in terms of scarring. Absorbable sutures tend to come out/break a little easier so you have to more careful with touching and rubbing your eye. They are often more comfortable when lubricated so most common lo y are used on the lower eyelids so the eye...
