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Palatine mucosa transplantation in eyelid reconstruction: A report of 3 cases at the bouaké university hospital (Ivory coast)

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Palatal fibromucosal grafting is a technique used to reconstruct loss of conjunctival tarsal substance in the eyelid. It is the treatment of choice for the reconstruction of all or part of the posterior lamella of the lower eyelid. It is indicated as a second-line treatment for the upper eyelid, as the complication rate appears to be higher in this area. Observation: Three cases of eyelid reconstruction surgery using palatal mucosa grafting for similar indications are reported retrospectively. Discussion: The palatal mucosa was easy to harvest and was well tolerated by the underlying eyeball. The problem seemed to lie in determining the ideal size of the graft to be harvested. In a local environment with limited resources, palatal mucosa grafting is an inexpensive and relatively simple solution for conjunctival tarsal reconstruction.

Source: Advances in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

DOI: 10.1016/j.adoms.2025.100586

Authors: Zegbeh - N'guessan Eric Kouassi, Djemi Ernest Martial, Berete Pornan Issa Jules, Amenou Affoue Ba Diane, Dally Yassi Grace, Ory Opokou Alexandre De Misere

Institution: Université Alassane Ouattara

Language: English

Topic: Reconstructive Facial Surgery Techniques

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,650