Lower eyelid blepharoplasty with lateral canthal support

INTRODUCTION: The transcutaneous approach in lower eyelid rejuvenation is a versatile technique allowing broad access to all periorbital structures. Nevertheless, many surgeons opt to use different access routes such as the transconjunctival approach, to avoid the increased risk of eyelid malposition. However, the use of a routine lateral canthal support was shown to consistently minimize this risk. This study reviewed 136 cases of patients who were operated on using the transcutaneous approach and canthal support with canthopexy and orbicularis suspension. METHOD: Our study used a retrospective design to investigate patients undergoing primary transcutaneous lower blepharoplasties performed with canthopexy, between January 2008 and January 2014. We assessed the presence of dermatochalasis, eyelid bags and tarsal sagging by analyzing patients' images and medical records. We used surgical descriptions and clinical notes to study the surgical technique used and the rate of complications associated with the same. RESULTS: Our study involved monitoring the post-operative condition of 136 patients for approximately 180 days after they underwent surgery. The occurrence of any of the following was considered a postoperative complication: epiphora (15%), eyelid malposition (2.94%), orbital hematoma (0%), chemosis (9.5%), and foreign body sensation (6%). Seven patients (5.1%) required surgical revision. CONCLUSION: Our assessment revealed that canthal support must be considered as an integral part of transcutaneous lower blepharoplasty. The authors believe that canthopexy is a good option in primary cases owing to its easy implementation, low morbidity, and efficacy in preventing apparent sclera, round eye lateral corner, and ectropion

V-Y flap of advancement after the recurrence of perineal cancer: case report and literature review

INTRODUCTION: Anal cancer is a rare disease, with an increasing incidence. Flaps are complex options for closing large areas. The perineal region may be affected by extensive lesions that require the use of flaps for repair. CASE REPORT: A 56-year-old female patient with anal adenocarcinoma underwent abdominoperineal amputation surgery of the rectum with postoperative radiotherapy for 2 years. She had cutaneous recurrence of the neoplastic lesion with indication of surgical margin expansion to control the local recurrence. After extensive resection with safety margins of the skin defect, we selected double V-Y flap of length 15 cm each and a total thickness of the gluteal subcutaneous tissue (ST) to fill up the dead space caused by resection and advancement of the defect. Intravenous antibiotic prophylaxis and deep venous thrombosis prophylaxis were administered. The patient progressed well from the procedure, with no problems. DISCUSSION: A flap is a tissue that is mobilized based on vascular anatomy. Flaps based on the subdermal plexus include bipedicle, advancement (V-Y), rotation, and transposition flaps. Perineum reconstructions are often indicated for tumors, trauma, infections, burns, or pressure sores. The anal region is divided into the anal canal and the anal margin. Among the histological types of anal cancer, the most prevalent are squamous cell carcinoma (most common histology), adenocarcinoma, melanoma, small cell carcinoma, and sarcomas. The risk of regional recurrence after treatment can reach approximately 30% of cases and is the most frequent recurrence pattern