What are the complications of canthoplasty?

Generally speaking, "eyelid surgery" refers to canthoplasty. The principle of canthoplasty involves surgically correcting and enlarging the inner and outer canthi to increase the horizontal length of the eyes. The general reference price for this surgery is 5000-10000 yuan per session, with visible improvement typically occurring within 1-2 weeks after surgery, although symptoms such as eye swelling may appear. Possible postoperative complications include ocular congestion and swelling, pain and discomfort, temporary blurred vision, dry eyes, and scar hyperplasia. A detailed analysis is as follows:

1. Ocular Congestion and Swelling

During the surgery, the eye tissues experience a certain degree of trauma, leading to accelerated local blood circulation and inflammatory reactions, thereby causing symptoms of congestion and swelling around the eyes.

2. Pain and Discomfort

Surgical trauma may cause inflammatory reactions and stimulate nerve endings. After surgery, patients may experience eye pain and discomfort.

3. Temporary Blurred Vision

During the surgery, the cornea or conjunctiva may sustain some degree of injury, resulting in temporary vision decline. Patients may experience blurred vision after surgery, but this condition typically does not last long.

4. Dry Eyes

The surgery may cause the corneal surface to be cut or cause deformation of the eye surface, affecting tear secretion and distribution, thus making patients feel that their eyes are dry and uncomfortable.

5. Scar Hyperplasia

Dermal tissue repair after surgical trauma may lead to excessive proliferation of fibroblasts, forming scar tissue. After surgery, abnormal reactions such as rough, uneven skin and scar hyperplasia may appear at the wound site.

It is recommended to visit a formal hospital and undergo canthoplasty under the guidance of a qualified physician to ensure the effectiveness and safety of the surgery. Postoperatively, patients must strictly follow the doctor's instructions for postoperative care, avoiding improper behaviors such as getting the wound wet or rubbing it, to prevent infection.