Blepharochalasis: something to cry about. (25th November 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Browning, Richard J.; Sanchez, April T.; Mullins, Stephen; Sheehan, Daniel J.; Davis, Loretta S.
• Is Part Of: Journal of cutaneous pathology. Volume 44:Number 3(2017)
• Page Start: 279
• Page End: 282
• Publication Date: 2016-11-25
• Subjects: blepharochalasis -- crying -- matrix metalloproteinase -- MMP; Skin -- Diseases -- Periodicals; Dermatology -- Periodicals; 616
• DOI: 10.1111/cup.12841
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0303-6987

Abstract

Abstract : Blepharochalasis is a rare disorder of unknown etiology defined by loose, atrophic periorbital skin following recurrent episodes of eyelid edema. Characteristic histopathology shows complete absence of elastic fibers. The current case progressed after multiple episodes of crying, which may be related to matrix metalloproteinase dysregulation. This case offers further insights into the possible pathogenesis of blepharochalasis, paving the way for more targeted, disease‐modifying therapies.