What are the risks of ptosis surgery?
The risks of ptosis surgery include infection, bleeding and reduced vision, but these complications occur very infrequently. A temporary inability to fully close the eye after ptosis surgery is not uncommon. Lubricant drops and ointments are frequently useful in this situation. It is also important to know that although improvement of the lid height is usually achieved; perfect symmetry in the height and contour of the two eyelids and full eyelid movement is sometimes not achieved. More than one operation is occasionally required.
The risks of ptosis surgery include infection, bleeding, and reduced vision, but these complications occur very infrequently. Immediately after surgery, you may find it difficult to completely close your eye, but this is only temporary. Lubricant drops and ointment can be helpful during this period. Although improvement of the lid height is usually achieved, the eyelids may not appear perfectly symmetrical. In rare cases, full eyelid movement does not return. In some cases, more than one operation may be required.
