Ptosis surgery in a child is aimed at lifting the eyelid so that the child’s visual axis is clear so that they can develop normal visual acuity. It is also important from a cosmesis point of view to maintain or improve the child’s self confidence.
The surgical procedure for correcting ptosis in a child depends on several factors.
The procedure itself may involve tightening or shortening of the levator muscle of the upper eyelid via a skin crease incision or through the back surface of the upper eyelid. Sometimes, if the function of the levator muscle (the muscle which lifts the eyelid) is very poor then a brow suspension procedure is required. This can be achieved by using a nylon suture in children under the age of four years or by using a part of the covering of the thigh muscle in older children. All children have their operations under a general anaesthetic, which is generally done as a day case not requiring an overnight stay.
https://www.bopss.co.uk/public-information/common-conditions/ptosis-drooping-of-the-upper-eyelid/
It’s natural to feel anxious when it comes to treatment and surgical procedures especially in relation to your eyes. I encourage you to ask questions about your condition, so I can help you to be better informed of your condition, the treatment options available and allay any fears that you may have. During the consultation I will explain the procedures to you and help you to make positive choices, and remember there is always the option of doing nothing, so you have nothing to worry about.
