33 Neurogenic Ptosis: Evaluation and Management
Book
Editors: Burnstine, Michael A.; Dresner, Steven C.; Samimi, David B.; Merritt, Helen A.
Title: Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery of the Upper Face
Subtitle: Eyelid Ptosis, Dematochalasis, and Eyebrow Ptosis
Print ISBN: 9781626239210; Online ISBN: 9781626239227; Book DOI: 10.1055/b-006-149698
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Georg Thieme Verlag KG, Stuttgart
Subjects: Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery;Ophthalmology, Optometry
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Abstract
In this chapter, we discuss neurogenic ptosis using an anatomical approach. Neurogenic forms of ptosis are important to recognize; in fact, in some cases ptosis is a key sign leading to the diagnosis of a life-threatening condition. The neuroanatomical circuitry is well characterized; however, following damage, interesting and complex reorganization can take place. Accurate diagnosis and appropriate intervention depends on a solid understanding of the underlying pathophysiology of these aberrant regeneration syndromes. We will cover the most common of these entities here, with representative examples throughout.