Caracterización de la de ptosis palpebral congénita en pacientes del hospital Dr. Roberto Gilbert E. en el periodo del 2017 - 2019.

Abstract

Background: Blepharoptosis or also called Eyelid Ptosis, according to WHO affects 3 out of 100 children of pediatric age, it can present in a mild, moderate to severe form. Materials and Methods: The present study has a descriptive research level, with a subtype of research that was observational, retrospective, longitudinal, descriptive through case studies. Results: According to the results found in the review of medical records, palpebral ptosis occurs with a greater relationship to male children, in the same way with respect to age, the most represented was found between 4 to 7 years and the degree of complication with the highest percentage was the mild degree, followed by the moderate degree and lastly the severe one. Conclusions: According to the consulted medical records, palpebral ptosis is a problem that occurs periodically in boys more than girls, after applying corrective surgery it is verified that it has an acceptable degree of satisfaction and that in its most have managed to improve their aesthetic and functional appearance.