To assess the functional and cosmetic outcomes of enucleation with rectus end-to-end suturing surgical technique between 2005 and 2009. All the patients underwent primary enucleation and implantation of non-wrapped HA implants using a technique that involves drawing the ends of the rectus muscles anteriorly and suturing them into a cross-shape in front of the implant. Main outcome measures included occurrence of pain or discharge, soft tissue problems, implant motility, upper lid position, and patients' satisfaction.
To assess the functional and cosmetic outcomes of enucleation with rectus end-to-end suturing surgical technique in hydroxyapatite orbital implants