Floppy Eyelid Syndrome

Obstructive sleep apnea appears to increase the risk for ptosis repair failure and revision surgery, according to a study in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

WAILEA, Hawaii — Lateral tarsal strip surgery can be used to tackle many issues presented in patients with lower eyelid malposition, according to a speaker at Hawaiian Eye/Retina 2024.

The association between floppy eyelid syndrome and obstructive sleep apnea is so prevalent that every patient who is diagnosed with the syndrome should automatically be evaluated for sleep apnea, a speaker said.

by Michael S. Jaffee, MD, FAAN, FANA