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  • Title: Reconstruction of exenteration socket with Integra® dermal substitute and skin graft.
    Author: Ameloot F, Mezzine H, Khairallah G, Hayek G, Zaidi M, Lhuillier L, Talbi M, Sot M, Perone JM.
    Journal: J Fr Ophtalmol; 2019 Sep; 42(7):746-752. PubMed ID: 31208910.
    Abstract:
    The authors report their experience with the use of Integra® dermal substitute, in combination with a thin skin graft, following an orbital exenteration. The clinical case described relates to a 42-year-old gentleman with an ulcerative retractile lesion of the right lower eyelid. Histopathological examination diagnosed a moderately differentiated epidermoid carcinoma infiltrating the orbit. Total exenteration was necessary as well as secondary radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Rehabilitation of the exenterated socket was performed by inserting an Integra® patch, followed by an additional thin skin graft one month later. The authors review the various available techniques for exenterations, their indications and the various possible secondary rehabilitations. Despite being less utilized, the dermal substitute technique, which is relatively new, seems to offer quicker and easier rehabilitation compared to traditional techniques. A comparative study would be necessary to define superiority among the different techniques of exenteration, with respect to the speed of rehabilitation and resistance to radiation therapy.
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