blepharoplasty

Full Definition

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to rejuvenate the periorbital area by removing excess skin, muscle, and sometimes fat from the upper and/or lower eyelids. The procedure can be performed for functional reasons (when drooping eyelids impair vision) or cosmetic purposes. Medical documentation must specify whether the procedure is upper blepharoplasty, lower blepharoplasty, or both, and distinguish between functional and cosmetic indications for insurance and coding purposes.

In Context

• "The patient requested upper blepharoplasty to address hereditary hooding." — Consultation notes
• "Lower blepharoplasty was performed via transconjunctival approach." — Surgical procedure note