A tarsomarginal graft is indicated in eyelid reconstructive surgery particu
larly after tumor resection.
We reported the results of a retrospective study during the past 13 years w
ith 58 grafts. We found a predominance of basal cell carcinomas localised,
in, the lateral third portion of the lid (42%) and in the lower eyelid (76%
).
The mean size was 14mm for the tumor and 9.81mm for the graft. Grafts were
used to cover a defect larger than 5mm. Complications were rare, and mainly
involved suture looseness. The Hubner technique gave good results; repairi
ng the eyelid without having to make a tarsorraphy and providing good cosme
tic results.
The graft must be covered by a skin flap.