I am looking into getting upper blepharoplasty for my right eye (local anaesthesia) because the eyelid is fairly droopy and I want them to match. I am just wondering how safe the procedure is? Specifically in terms of blindness? Is blindness a risk and how likely is it? What would cause blindness after this procedure?
April 12, 2016
Answer: Blepharoplasty Safety Hello,Blepharoplasty is a commonly performed and safe procedure. There are always risks with any surgical procedure but if performed by a competent surgeon those risks can be reduced significantly. Blindness is a potential risk with any surgery around the eye but it is very small.Regards,
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April 12, 2016
Answer: Blepharoplasty Safety Hello,Blepharoplasty is a commonly performed and safe procedure. There are always risks with any surgical procedure but if performed by a competent surgeon those risks can be reduced significantly. Blindness is a potential risk with any surgery around the eye but it is very small.Regards,
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April 12, 2016
Answer: Upper eyelid surgery or eyelid ptosis? When performed by an experienced surgeon, upper eyelid surgery fortunately, has an extremely low risk of significant complications such as the ones you have mentioned. The key to the surgery is good hemostasis (low bleeding) during the surgery to help prevent bleeding after surgery. The biggest reason for operative blindness. I would make certain that your eyelid is not ptotic prior to your eyelid surgery. Ptosis of the eyelid is a different issue than excess upper eyelid skin and the evaluation of your eye prior to surgery is important.
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April 12, 2016
Answer: Upper eyelid surgery or eyelid ptosis? When performed by an experienced surgeon, upper eyelid surgery fortunately, has an extremely low risk of significant complications such as the ones you have mentioned. The key to the surgery is good hemostasis (low bleeding) during the surgery to help prevent bleeding after surgery. The biggest reason for operative blindness. I would make certain that your eyelid is not ptotic prior to your eyelid surgery. Ptosis of the eyelid is a different issue than excess upper eyelid skin and the evaluation of your eye prior to surgery is important.
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