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Meaning of tarsorrhaphy
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tarsorrhaphy (n.)
An operation to diminish the size of the opening between eyelids when enlarged by surrounding cicatrices.
tarsorrhaphy Sentence Examples
- The surgeon performed a tarsorrhaphy to correct the patient's eyelid malposition.
- A lateral tarsorrhaphy was necessary to address the patient's incomplete eyelid closure.
- The ophthalmologist considered a tarsorrhaphy for the patient with severe corneal exposure.
- A temporary tarsorrhaphy was placed to protect the cornea from further damage.
- The patient underwent a tarsorrhaphy for a large eyelid defect caused by a laceration.
- The tarsorrhaphy procedure involved suturing the eyelids partially closed.
- A tarsorrhaphy can be used to treat lagophthalmos, a condition where the eyelid does not close completely.
- The ophthalmologist monitored the patient's tarsorrhaphy site for any signs of infection or complications.
- The tarsorrhaphy was successful in improving the patient's eyelid function and protecting the eye.
- A tarsorrhaphy is often performed under local anesthesia in an outpatient setting.
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An operation to diminish the size of the opening between eyelids when enlarged by surrounding cicatrices.
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The surgeon performed a tarsorrhaphy to correct the patient's eyelid malposition.
A lateral tarsorrhaphy was necessary to address the patient's incomplete eyelid closure.
The ophthalmologist considered a tarsorrhaphy for the patient with severe corneal exposure.
A temporary tarsorrhaphy was placed to protect the cornea from further damage.
