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Ectropion Overview

What is an ectropion?

ectropion
An ectropion is the term used to describe the lower eyelid turning outwards and away from its normal position in contact with the eye. It may affect the whole lid or just the inner third.

What are the symptoms?

Patients usually complain of watery eyes and irritation. As a result, the patient may wipe away the tears, further stretching the lower lid, and so making the ectropion worse. Tears spilling over onto the skin can also cause discomfort.

What causes ectropion?

The commonest cause of ectropion is an age-related laxity of the skin and muscles of the eyelid. It can also occur in patients with a facial paralysis, which leads to a loss of tone in the lower lid tissues. Other causes include skin problems such as severe eczema or following an injury/burn, which causes scarring of the lower lid skin.

Ectropion Repair Links

  • Ectropion Overview
  • Ectropion Treatment
  • Ectropion Post-operative Care
  • Frequently Asked Questions

About Mr. Karl Whittaker

I graduated from Birmingham University in 1992, and have been an Eye Specialist for almost 20 years.

Following my Ophthalmology Specialist Training, I completed two Fellowships (advanced training) in glaucoma, working with the world-renowned Professor Anthony Molteno in New Zealand and Professor Peter Shah in Birmingham. Thereafter, I undertook a Fellowship in oculoplastic/lacrimal surgery, again in Birmingham. As a result, I am dual-qualified, which allows me to perform a wide range of ophthalmic procedures.

I have been a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at the North Devon Healthcare NHS Trust since 2003. In this role, I perform high volume cataract surgery and am the Clinical Lead for the Glaucoma and Oculoplastic/Lacrimal Surgery services.

Practice Location

  • Ophthalmology Department
  • Level 1
  • North Devon District Hospital
  • Barnstaple
  • EX31 4JB

Tel: 07503751349 | 01271 349128
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