Corticosteroid eyedrops induced blepharoptosis and atrophy of levator muscle

The purpose of the study is to analyze the incidence, manifestations, and treatment of blepharoptosis caused by long-term use of corticosteroid eyedrops. Retrospective case series include 46 patients with a history of using corticosteroid eyedrops unilaterally for at least 2 months. The palpebral fissure, MRD1, and levator function were evaluated. Among 46 patients, the differences of mean MRD1 (p