Phenylephrine Versus Eyelid Taping for Muller's Muscle-Conjunctival Resection (MMCR) Evaluation

Summary

This research study aims to compare whether Phenylephrine 2.5% ophthalmic eye drop solution can serve as a better indicator of the effect of a drooping upper eyelid (ptosis) by covering part of the upper portion of the field of vision as compared to traditional use of tape to lift up the upper eyelid in the evaluation of patients for surgical upper eyelid repair.

Timeline

Start

2024-03-19

Primary completion

2025-04-01

Completion

2025-04-01

Publications

• Kaur M, Leveille LA, Alabiad CR, Rong AJ, Wester ST. Preoperative Ptosis Evaluation: A Comparative Analysis of Phenylephrine Drops and Eyelid Taping for Visual Field Testing. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg. 2026 Apr 23. doi: 10.1097/IOP.0000000000003204. Online ahead of print.

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