Upper Eyelid Dynamics in Pediatric Blepharoptosis Using High Speed Videography

Launched by MINIA UNIVERSITY · May 13, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how the upper eyelid moves in children with a condition called congenital blepharoptosis, which is when the eyelids droop more than normal. The researchers will use high-speed photography to capture the eyelid movements before and after a specific surgical procedure called levator muscle resection. This surgery aims to improve the ability of the eyelid to lift and function better.

To participate in this trial, children aged 5 to 18 who have been diagnosed with simple congenital ptosis and have a fair to good ability to lift their eyelids (at least 5 mm) may be eligible. However, children who have had previous eyelid surgery, certain medical conditions, or uncooperative behavior will not be included. Participants can expect to have their eyelid dynamics carefully measured, and the information gathered may help improve future treatments for this condition. It's important to note that this trial is not yet recruiting participants, so enrollment will begin at a later date.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients who are diagnosed as simple congenital ptosis with fair to good levator function (≥5 mm lid elevation) with age range from 5 to 18 years old.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Patients with a history of previous eyelid surgery or trauma
• • Blepharophamosis and Marcus Gun Jaw-winking syndrome
• • Patients with associated neurological disorders
• • Patients with craniofacial abnormalities
• • Patients with suspected myasthenia or myopathies
• • Patients with absent Bell's phenomenon
• • Patients with dry eye
• • Uncooperative patients