Is it dangerous to undergo eye corner surgery?
Jan 03, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Lu
Introduction
Epicanthoplasty, also known as medial epicanthus correction, may involve certain risks. This procedure involves surgically removing or adjusting excess skin and tissue at the medial canthus to alter the appearance of the epicanthal fold, thereby extending the horizontal length of the eye opening and enhancing the visual size of the eye. After surgery, it is important to keep the surgical site clean and dry, avoid getting it wet, and prevent infection.
Generally, "opening the eye corners" refers to an epicanthoplasty procedure, which may involve certain risks. Epicanthoplasty involves surgically removing or adjusting excess skin and tissue at the medial canthus to alter the appearance of the epicanthal fold, thereby extending the horizontal length of the eye opening and enhancing the visual size of the eyes. The typical reference price for epicanthoplasty ranges from 2000 to 8000 yuan per session, with visible improvement usually observed 3-6 months after surgery. Detailed analysis is as follows:
The primary risks associated with epicanthoplasty include three aspects. Risk of infection: if the surgical environment does not strictly follow aseptic protocols or if the patient fails to properly care for the wound postoperatively, pathogens such as bacteria might enter the wound, leading to localized infection with symptoms including redness, increased pain, fever, and wound exudate. In severe cases, the infection could spread and cause serious complications such as orbital cellulitis, which may affect both eye function and aesthetic recovery.
Scar hyperplasia risk: surgical procedures cause tissue injury, and during the healing process, some patients, especially those with a predisposition to scarring, may develop excessive scar formation. This can manifest as raised, hardened scars with increased pigmentation and itching at the corner of the eye. Such scarring not only affects ocular aesthetics but may also lead to ocular discomfort and functional limitations.
Risk of unsatisfactory shape: improper surgical design or technique may result in an overly large or small eye opening, asymmetry between the two sides, or mismatch with the double eyelid shape, failing to achieve the desired aesthetic outcome. Revision surgery might be required in such cases.
It is recommended to visit a qualified hospital and undergo the procedure under the guidance of a qualified physician to ensure surgical safety and reliability. Postoperatively, it is important to keep the surgical site clean and dry, avoid contact with water, and prevent infection.
