Temporary Tarsorrhaphy "Zipper".
Publication/Presentation Date
5-1-1992
Abstract
Reconstructive eyelid procedures on occasion justify the concomitant use of a temporary, reversible tarsorrhaphy to provide corneal protection. A dilemma ensues in the trauma patient when frequent neurological evaluations simultaneously requires examination of the pupils. To circumvent the inconvenience of repeated suturing of the eyelids as in an occlusive suture, a technique with the facility of the opening and closing of a zipper is reviewed that allows rapid removal and reestablishment of the desired temporary tarsorrhaphy.
Volume
28
Issue
5
First Page
488
Last Page
490
ISSN
0148-7043
Published In/Presented At
Hallock, G. G. (1992). Temporary tarsorrhaphy "zipper". Annals Of Plastic Surgery, 28(5), 488-490.
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences | Other Medical Specialties | Plastic Surgery | Surgery
PubMedID
1622026
Department(s)
Department of Surgery, Department of Surgery Faculty
Document Type
Article