Standard Surgical Procedure
bipolar
A standard surgical procedure was performed for excessive upper eyelid skin removal. A standardized aseptic procedure for skin disinfection (Octenisept), local anesthesia (Xylanaest 2% + epinephrine 1:200,000), pinch technique for assessing skin to be excised, scalpel, bipolar cautery, and skin closure as previously randomized with 6-0 Prolene sutures (Ethicon, Prolene™, Polypropylen 6-0, Needle: C-1 13mm 3/8c) were performed. Steri strips were used until suture removal for patient blinding. Vitamin A ointment two times daily was prescribed up to the month 3 visit.