162) Which of the following statements regarding the palpebral spring is TRUE?
A. It is a passive animation method used in the management of lagophtalmos due to facial paralysis.
B. It is easily placed in proper position in the upper lid.
C. The lower end should be wrapped in a sheet of Gelfilm.
D. Both gravity and pressure are factors that help to restore eyelid function.
E. The distance between the spring arms should be 1.5 times the palpebral aperture.
REFERENCES & ANSWER
Seiff S. R., Carter S. R.: Reanimation of the Paretic Eyelid Complex in Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America, Volume 6 Number 1, Saunders, pp. 25-27, 1998
162) E The distance between the spring arms should be 1.5 times the palpebral aperture.
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