The evelids perform many complex functions and are asthetically important, since eye is focal point of face. tumor axtirpation or trauma can lead to full-thickness eyelid defect, which should be reconstructed as soon as possible. There are a
number
of
operation methods for lower lid reconstruction, and among them, Hughes procedure is a time-honored method. Its advantages are good cosmetic result and conjunctival repair by using eyelid structures to rebuild eyelid structures. However, this is a
two-staged procedure in which the uision of the affected eye is obstructed during the interval between the operations. We experienced a case of trauma-induced full-thickness lower lid defect extending oveer one-third of lid lenght treated by
Hughes
method. The cosmetic and functional result was good and there was no donor site morbidity, and now we report this case with review of literatures.
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