Lagophthalmos (brief introduction )
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Lagophthalmos is the inability to fully close the eyelids, often resulting from conditions like stroke, Bell's palsy, or autoimmune diseases. Symptoms include irritation, burning, and dryness of the eyes, which can lead to serious complications like corneal ulceration. Treatment options focus on eye lubrication, infection control, and protective measures for the ocular surface.
Lagophthalmos (brief introduction )
- 1. Lagophthalmos is the inability to close the eyelids completely The word “LAGOS” is a greek word for hare, an animal which always sleeps with its eyes open.
- 2. Stroke Bell’s palsy Tumors; especially acoustic neuromas Möbius syndrome Autoimmune conditions, such as Guillain-Barré syndrome Scarring from burns, injuries, or certain medical conditions, Eyelid surgery Floppy eyelid syndrome Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- 3. Foreign body sensation. Irritation. Burning of eyes. Watering. Eye infection. Corneal ulceration. Dry eyes
- 4. Incomplete closure of lids. Exposure of conjunctiva and cornea. Dryness . Congestion. Corneal edema. Punctate infiltration.
- 5. Lubrication eye drops. Control of infection. Protection of ocular surface. Soft bandage CL. Tarsorraphy (lateral/paramedian) Upper lid load sx with gold plate.