Treatment of ptosis

Ptosis is a condition in which the upper eyelid falls lower than normal, partially or completely covering the pupil, affecting the patient's vision. Depending on the severity, ptosis is divided into mild, moderate and severe ptosis.

Patients get medical examination at Hanoi - Dong Nai Eye Hospital. Photo: A.Yen

Specialist Doctor I Tran The Thang, Director of Operations of Hanoi - Dong Nai Eye Hospital, said that there are two main causes of ptosis. They are congenital (genetic abnormalities or dystrophy of the levator muscle in the womb. Children can have ptosis with other refractive errors such as farsightedness, astigmatism), and other intraocular abnormalities. Acquired ptosis is caused by trauma (traffic accidents, work accidents), by systemic diseases (tumors in the orbit, brain tumors, autoimmune diseases such as lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis), or by aging, causing the levator muscle to weaken.

People with ptosis often have difficulty in daily activities, studying and working. In children, congenital ptosis that is not treated promptly can lead to amblyopia - a condition in which the eye loses vision permanently. In adults, in addition to reducing vision, ptosis also causes loss of aesthetics and self-confidence in communication.

To treat ptosis, patients should go to medical facilities with experienced ophthalmologists for examination, assessment and treatment. Treating ptosis at cosmetic facilities without specialized training can lead to many complications such as: damage to the levator muscle, infection, bad scars, and even the inability to re-operate due to deformed anatomical structure.

Surgery is the most effective treatment for ptosis. Depending on the degree of ptosis and the function of the levator muscle, the ophthalmologist will prescribe techniques such as: forehead muscle suspension (for cases of weak or inactive levator muscle, often seen in congenital ptosis); shortening the levator muscle (for mild to moderate ptosis, the muscle is still active, is a gentle intervention method, quick recovery time). In some special cases, autologous materials such as thigh tendons can also be used, but they are easy to leave scars, especially affecting the aesthetics of female patients.

After surgery, patients should avoid strenuous activity around the eyes, avoid sunlight to limit hyperpigmentation, apply cold compresses and return for follow-up visits on schedule. In case of signs of inflammation, material rejection or other complications, they should be treated promptly.

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Source: https://baodongnai.com.vn/dong-nai-cuoi-tuan/202506/dieu-tri-benh-sup-mi-2b300d4/