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[Autologous tissue reconstruction of tarsal plate combined with temporal flap in repairing full-thickness lower eyelid defect].

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the clinical effect of combination of autologous tissue reconstruction of tarsal plate with temporal flap on repair of full-thickness lower eyelid defect. 
 Methods: Eleven patients (11 eyes) underwent hard palate mucosa or ear cartilage combined the emporal flap with the orbicularis oculi muscle to repair full-thickness defect of palpebra inferior. Of the 11 patients, 6 had more than 75% eyelid defect area, and 5 had more than 50% eyelid defect area. 
 Results: All 11 eyes closed completely, with no entropion or ectropion, and returned to normal basically. Postoperative follow-up was performed for 6 months to 5 years, 3 years and 4 months on average. The function and form of eyelid remained stable. Infection, leakage or contracture was not found on reconstruction tarsus. 
 Conclusion: Reconstruction of eyelid with autogenous hard palate mucosa or ear cartilage combined the emporal flap with the orbicularis oculi muscle is a simple, convenient and effective method.

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