Out word rolling of the lower eyelid away from the eye, exposing the surface of the inner eyelid, is called ectropion. This condition can cause eye dryness, excessive tearing, burning and irritation. The primary cause of ectropion is the muscle weakness or tissue relaxation that occurs as part of the normal aging process. The risk of developing ectropion increases with age. 11 cases of ectropion were studied having complains of watering, congetion. All the cases were surgically managed. Following surgery the position of lid came back to its normal position. Watering and congetion were relieved.

Keywords: Ectropion, bells palsy, involutional, cicatrical, z-plasty, transposition, exposer keratitis, palpabral conjunctiva, lid margin, keratinisation.

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Dr Prangya Panda

MKCG Medical College, Berhampur Odisha