What extraocular procedure involves removing fat pads and removing extra skinfolds?

a. Ptosis
b. Chalazion removal
c. Blepharoplasty
d. Orbital decompression


ANS: C
In a blepharoplasty, redundant skinfolds and herniated pockets of fat are removed and defects in the muscle layer are repaired. The baggy lids can obstruct vision in extreme cases. Blepharoplasty is commonly performed by plastic surgeons.

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