Entropion involves the turning in of the edges of the eyelid (usually the lower eyelid) so that the lashes rub against the eye surface.
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsEntropion can be present at birth (congenital).
In babies, it rarely causes problems because the lashes are very soft and do not easily damage the cornea. In older people, the condition is usually caused by a spasm and weakening of the muscles surrounding the lower part of the eye. This causes the lid to turn inward.
Although rare in North America and Europe, trachoma infection can cause scarring of the inner side of the lid, which may cause entropion. Trachoma scarring is one of the three leading causes of blindness in the world.
Risk factors for entropion are:
A physical examination of the eyes and eyelids confirms the diagnosis. Special tests are usually not necessary.
TreatmentArtificial tears (a lubricant) may provide relief from dryness and keep the cornea lubricated. Surgery to correct the position of the eyelids is usually effective.
Severe cases may need surgery to protect the eye.
Expectations (prognosis)The outlook is usually good if the condition is treated before cornea damage occurs.
ComplicationsCorneal dryness and irritation may increase the risk of:
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if:
If you have entropion, the following should be considered an emergency:
Most cases are not preventable. Treatment reduces the risk of complications.
People who have recently traveled to an area where there is trachoma (North Africa, South Asia) should seek treatment if they have red eyes.
ReferencesHoward GR. Eyelid retraction. In: Yanoff M, Duker JS, Augsburger JJ, et al, eds. Ophthalmology. 2nd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2004: chap 85.
Entropion is the turning in of the edges of the eyelid (usually the lower eyelid) so that the lashes rub against the eye surface.
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsEntropion can be present at birth (congenital).
In babies, it rarely causes problems because the lashes are very soft and do not easily damage the cornea. In older people, the condition is usually caused by a spasm or weakening of the muscles surrounding the lower part of the eye. This causes the lid to turn inward.
Although rare in North America and Europe, trachoma infection can cause scarring of the inner side of the lid, which may cause entropion. Trachoma scarring is one of the three leading causes of blindness in the world.
Risk factors for entropion are:
A physical examination of the eyes and eyelids confirms the diagnosis. Special tests are usually not necessary.
TreatmentArtificial tears (a lubricant) may provide relief from dryness and keep the cornea lubricated. Surgery to correct the position of the eyelids is usually effective.
Severe cases may need surgery to protect the eye.
Expectations (prognosis)The outlook is usually good if the condition is treated before cornea damage occurs.
ComplicationsCorneal dryness and irritation may increase the risk of:
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if:
If you have entropion, the following should be considered an emergency:
Most cases are not preventable. Treatment reduces the risk of complications.
People who have recently traveled to an area where there is trachoma (North Africa, South Asia) should seek treatment if they have red eyes.
ReferencesHoward GR. Eyelid retraction. In: Yanoff M, Duker JS, eds. Ophthalmology. 3rd ed. St. Louis, Mo: Mosby Elsevier; 2008:chap 12.4.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 11/14/2010
David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
Both entropion and ectropion can be surgically corrected. Prior to surgery, the lower lid of entropion can be taped down to keep the lashes off the eye, and both can be treated with lubricating drops to keep the cornea moist.
Similar to entropion, the usual cause of ectropion is aging. It also can be due to a spastic eyelid muscle or a scar, as in entropion. It also can be the result of allergies.
The treatment for entropion is a simple eye surgery. During the surgery excess skin of the outer lids of the eye is removed or muscles and tendons are shortened with a few stitches.
Entropion usually results from aging, but sometimes can be due to a congenital defect, a spastic eyelid muscle, or a scar on the inside of the lid from surgery, injury, or disease. It is accompanied by excessive tearing, redness, and discomfort.
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The medical term for turning inward of the edge of an eyelid is "entropion." This condition can cause discomfort, irritation, and potential damage to the cornea due to the eyelashes rubbing against it. Treatment may involve surgery to correct the positioning of the eyelid.
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