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  • Title: [Statistical analysis of complications of the frontalis aponeurosis flap for correction of complete blepharoptosis].
    Author: Huang F, Chen J, Wei Z.
    Journal: Zhonghua Zheng Xing Shao Shang Wai Ke Za Zhi; 1999 Jan; 15(1):19-22. PubMed ID: 11263307.
    Abstract:
    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. CONCLUSION: 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.
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