Floppy eyelid syndrome
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Floppy eyelid syndrome is a disease whose most prominent features often include floppy upper eyelids that can be easily everted, as well as papillary conjunctivitis.[1] It is often associated with patients with high body mass index and obstructive sleep apnea.
Floppy eyelid syndrome is thought to revolve around the upregulation of elastin-degrading enzymes, as well as mechanical factors. These can cause instability of the eyelid scaffold, resulting in the malposition of the eyelid.[2]
References
- ^ "Floppy eyelid syndrome. -- Parunović 67 (4): 264 -- British Journal of Ophthalmology". Bjo.bmj.com. Retrieved July 4, 2015.
- ^ "Floppy eyelid syndrome : Current Opinion in Ophthalmology". Journals.lww.com. Retrieved July 4, 2015.