1 Anatomy of the Eyelids, Orbit, and Lacrimal System
Book
Editors: Freitag, Suzanne K.; Lee, N. Grace; Lefebvre, Daniel R.; Yoon, Michael K.
Title: Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery
Subtitle: Tricks of the Trade
Print ISBN: 9781626238978; Online ISBN: 9781626238985; Book DOI: 10.1055/b-006-163725
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Georg Thieme Verlag, Stuttgart
Subjects: Ophthalmology, Optometry;Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery
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Summary
This chapter reviews anatomy of the eyelids, lacrimal system, and orbit. Anatomic knowledge is the basis of ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery. By thoroughly understanding the relationship between the various layers and structures, a surgeon can often preserve functionality and cosmesis of the orbit and periocular region.