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Fat-sparing lower blepharoplasty for improvement of periorbital aesthetics

Fat-sparing lower blepharoplasty for improvement of periorbital aesthetics

Authors:
Екатерина Александровна Лонская,
Елена Викторовна Вербо,
Денис Генрихович Агапов,
Константин Александрович Куракин,
Елена Владиславовна Левицкая

Журнал: Пластическая хирургия и эстетическая медицина. 2026;(3):50-61.

DOI: 10.17116/plast.hirurgia202603150

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Abstract

OBJECTIVE

To analyze aesthetic outcomes of original fat-sparing lower blepharoplasty and patient satisfaction with postoperative results.

MATERIAL AND METHODS

There were 120 patients between March 2023 and July 2025. All ones underwent transconjunctival or open original fat-sparing lower blepharoplasty. Stability of aesthetic outcome and patient satisfaction were evaluated 12 months postoperatively.

RESULTS

Fat-sparing lower blepharoplasty provided stable aesthetic results after 12 months in all patients irrespective of surgical approach. The overall patient satisfaction rate was 94%. These findings support practical utility of original technique and unnecessity of traditional resection-based approach.

CONCLUSION

Available experience and high patient satisfaction support widespread implementation of fat-sparing blepharoplasty. Close collaboration and continuity of care between plastic surgeon and ophthalmologist are advisable.

Keywords

  • fat-sparing blepharoplasty
  • patient satisfaction
  • fat-pad redistribution
  • aesthetic outcomes
  • ophthalmologic evaluation

Дата поступления: 04.12.2025

Дата принятия в печать: 12.03.2026

Дата публикации: 21.09.2026

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