Meticulous Approach to Medial Palpebral Ligament in Lateral Rhinotomy: Avoiding Canthus Malposition.

Kobayashi, Kenya; Saito, Yuki; Miyamoto, Shimpei; Miyawaki, Satoru; Ito, Yusuke; Yamamura, Koji; Kondo, Kenji · Laryngoscope · 2025

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

The positional stability of the inner canthus is mainly provided by the anterior limb of the medial palpable ligament (MPL). Proper repair of the anterior limb of the MPL is extremely important to prevent postoperative canthus malposition. This video presents proven techniques and technical tips for MPL management in medial maxillectomy via a lateral rhinotomy. Laryngoscope, 135:622-625, 2025.

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