Cosmetic

370) Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding postoperative care after Transcutaneous Blepharoplasty of the lower eyelid?

A. Patient must stay overnight for visual checks.
B. Prophylaxis with oral antibiotics is mandatory.
C. Patient usually can return to work at 2 weeks.
D. Patient can use make-up after 10 days.
E. Swimming, running and other strenuous exercises are not allowed earlier than 2 months postop.




REFERENCES & ANSWER


Smullen S. M., Mangat D. S.: Cosmetic Lower Eyelid Surgery, Transcutaneous Approach, Blepharoplasty, Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America, Vol. 3, No. 2, 1995 pp.172-173



370) D       Patient can use make-up after 10 days.