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Anatomy of the eyelids. Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America Most, S. P., Mobley, S. R., Larrabee, W. F. 2005; 13 (4): 487-?

Abstract

The variety and complexity of periorbital surgical procedures continue to increase. Successful completion of reconstructive and esthetic ocular procedures requires an exacting knowledge of the relevant anatomy. Interestingly, the definition of ocular and periorbital anatomy continues to evolve, including more recent descriptions of the orbitomalar ligament and a new understanding of eyelid lymphatics. This article presents the most recent descriptions of periorbital anatomy.

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