Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Transconjunctival Eyelid Surgery For Chalazion:

Referred to as a tarsal cyst, conjunctival granuloma or meibomian cyst, chalazion is an eyelid condition caused due to an inflammation of a gland of the lid. Any of the 30 or so glands could swell resulting in this condition.

Chalazion is usually caused due to a hardening of the sebaceous liquid near the opening from which the eyelid gland secretes its juices. The presence of bacteria in the gland can lead to a worsening of the condition and can even result in an infection.

Eyelid surgery experts can remove a tarsal cyst from the inside of the eyelid using the transconjunctival approach. But this method of treating chalazion is recommended only when warm compresses and antibiotics do not offer relief from the condition.

In a transconjunctival eyelid surgery, the incision is made in the lid of the eyes. While you are getting your chalazion treated you can even reduce any excess fat from your eyelids as this eyelid surgery technique has a cosmetic function as well.

Take an appointment with the Plastic Surgery Institute of California to treat eyelid disorders and to improve the region around the eyes. Top plastic surgeons at our advanced surgical institute are experienced in reconstructive eyelid surgery as well.

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