Excision of eyelid eccrine hidrocystomas via lower blepharoplasty incision

ABSTRACT

Introduction:

Eccrine eyelid hidrocystoma is a rare cystic lesion, usually small and not exceeding 10 mm in diameter. Its treatment is usually by simple excision and biopsy. The rate of local recurrence is high.

Methods:

A patient presented with multiple bilateral hidrocystomas, several larger than 10 mm. Under local anesthesia, an infraciliary incision traditionally used for lower blepharoplasty was performed, and hidrocystomas with intact capsules were withdrawn.

Results:

The patient had excellent esthetic results, with no recurrence for more than six months after the procedure.

Conclusion:

The infraciliary lower blepharoplasty incision is a promising technique for excising hidrocystomas larger than 10 mm. More studies should be conducted to confirm the good esthetic and functional outcomes of this technique.

Keywords:
Hidrocystoma; Blepharoplasty; Relapse