OUTWARD-TURNING EYELID – ECTROPION SURGERY IN COPENHAGEN
Read about an outward-turned eyelid, the surgery, and the price at an eye doctor in the Inner City.
ECTROPION SURGERY
The procedure restores the eyelid’s normal position, protecting the eye from irritation and improving comfort.
10,500 DKK per eye
The surgery is performed on an outpatient basis with focus on functional outcome and fast healing.
WHAT IS AN OUTWARD-TURNING EYELID? (ECTROPION)
Ectropion is a condition where the lower eyelid turns outwards, which can cause it to lose contact with the eyeball. This flattening is typically caused by a weakening of the tendons in the eyelid. The condition can lead to eye irritation, tearing and recurrent infections as the eye is not adequately protected or moisturized.
BEHANDLING AF UDADVENDT ØJENLÅG
Many patients have tried to relieve the symptoms with various drops and ointments, which may have provided short-term relief. However, to solve the problem permanently, surgery is often required to tighten the eyelid tendons and restore normal position.
HOW IS ECTROPION SURGERY PERFORMED?
- Preparation: Before surgery, you will receive local anesthetic eye drops and then an injection of local anesthetic in the eyelid so that you do not feel pain during the procedure.
- Procedure: During surgery, the tendons in the eyelid are tightened, which helps correct the outward rotation of the eyelid.
- Post-op result: After surgery, you will see a thread attached to the skin side of the eyelid over a plastic tube. It is also possible to develop a small black eye as a result of a small bleeding in the eyelid, but this usually goes away on its own.
- Directions: You will not be able to drive home after surgery, so make sure you have a companion to help you.
AFTER ECTROPION SURGERY
- Eye drops: You will be asked to use eye drops, which include antibiotics, 3 times a day for the first week after surgery. During the second week, you should only use the drops at night.
- Normal discomfort: It is completely normal to experience soreness and some swelling in the area in the week after surgery.
- Prescription: A prescription for the required eye drops will be sent to the medicine server.
Follow-Up:
- Thread removal: The thread used during surgery should be removed after approximately 2 weeks.
- Long-term effect: The full effect of the surgery is only achieved after 6-8 weeks when healing is complete.
What can go wrong?
As with any surgery, there are small risks of complications, including infection, swelling or incomplete correction of the eyelid position. It is therefore important to follow your doctor’s aftercare instructions and contact us in case of any problems such as bleeding, infection or unexpected symptoms.
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Questions about ectropion surgery
Is ectropion surgery painful?
Ectropion surgery is usually not very painful as the operation is performed under local anesthesia, which means you will not feel pain during the procedure itself. However, after the surgery, there may be slight discomfort, which can be relieved with painkillers. Swelling and irritation may also occur, but most people only experience mild discomfort, which disappears in a few days to weeks.
How long does it take to recover after ectropion surgery?
Recovery after ectropion surgery usually takes around 1-2 weeks. You may experience swelling, bruising and slight discomfort in the first few days, but most people can return to light activities after about a week. Full healing of the skin can take up to 6-8 weeks. It is important to follow your doctor’s instructions to ensure a good healing process.
What is the best treatment for ectropion?
The best treatment for ectropion is surgery, where the lower eyelid is corrected to make it sit correctly. The surgery may involve removing excess skin or adjusting the muscles around the eye to correct the problem. In some cases, minor procedures such as Botox injections can be used for temporary relief, but surgery is often the most effective long-term solution.