7 days post-op upper bleph incision dehiscence shortly after Steri-Strips removal

October 12, 2016
Asked By:RealSelfMember203940 in NJ

7 days post-op after Steri-Strips removal (ABSORBABLE sutures) I immediately discovered ~3/8" incision dehisence. Prior to this, recovery was easy and uneventful. My surgeon will put in a stitch today to correct. How common is this, and what can I expect in terms of scar prognosis? Also, how well do lumps and textures around upper lid incision resolve? For reference, I'm 53, non-smoker, healthy, fit, with very good skin texture. I also had trans-conjunctival lower bleph done same day. Thank you.

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October 12, 2016

Answer: Wound dehiscence 1 week after upper blepharoplasty

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October 12, 2016

Answer: Wound dehiscence 1 week after upper blepharoplasty

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October 20, 2016

Answer: Incision Dehiscence

October 20, 2016

Answer: Incision Dehiscence

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