Paul E Chasan, Adam T Hauch1. 1. Division of Plastic Surgery, University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Many techniques have been presented for fixation during endoscopic brow lift, but no singular technique has become dominant. OBJECTIVES: The authors described a technique for fixation for endoscopic brow lift that is inexpensive, easy to use, and versatile and has minimal morbidity. METHODS: The charts of 284 patients who underwent the K-wire fixation technique between December 1996 and September 2018 were reviewed. This technique employs a transcutaneous K-wire to hold the brow in position until tissue adhesion creates a lasting elevation of the brow. RESULTS: A total of 284 patients underwent K-wire fixation for endoscopic brow lifting. Two patients had hematomas and 5 patients (1.8%) required a second unilateral brow lift procedure. Long-term elevation of the brow was maintained in all patients. CONCLUSIONS: K-wire fixation for endoscopic brow lift is a simple, safe, and effective technique for fixation during endoscopic brow lifting that provides long-term aesthetic results.
BACKGROUND: Many techniques have been presented for fixation during endoscopic brow lift, but no singular technique has become dominant. OBJECTIVES: The authors described a technique for fixation for endoscopic brow lift that is inexpensive, easy to use, and versatile and has minimal morbidity. METHODS: The charts of 284 patients who underwent the K-wire fixation technique between December 1996 and September 2018 were reviewed. This technique employs a transcutaneous K-wire to hold the brow in position until tissue adhesion creates a lasting elevation of the brow. RESULTS: A total of 284 patients underwent K-wire fixation for endoscopic brow lifting. Two patients had hematomas and 5 patients (1.8%) required a second unilateral brow lift procedure. Long-term elevation of the brow was maintained in all patients. CONCLUSIONS: K-wire fixation for endoscopic brow lift is a simple, safe, and effective technique for fixation during endoscopic brow lifting that provides long-term aesthetic results.
Authors: Alexandra Van Brummen; Julia P Owen; Theodore Spaide; Colin Froines; Randy Lu; Megan Lacy; Marian Blazes; Emily Li; Cecilia S Lee; Aaron Y Lee; Matthew Zhang Journal: Am J Ophthalmol Date: 2021-05-16 Impact factor: 5.258