Anatomical connections between the inferior fibers of the musculus orbicularis oculi and musculus levator labii superioris alaeque nasi / Conexiones anatómicas entre las fibras inferiores del músculo orbicular del ojo y levantador nasolabial

SUMMARY: This study aimed to determine the anatomical connections between the inferior fibers of M. orbicularis oculi (OOc inf.) and the M. levator labii superioris alaeque nasi (LLSAN), providing anatomical variations of the connecting fibers. This study examined the OOc and LLSAN of 44 specimens from 22 embalmed adult Korean cadavers. Connecting fibers between the OOc inf. and LLSAN were observed in 29.5 % of the specimens. Connecting patterns of the OOc inf. to the LLSAN were classified into three categories according to the directions of the connecting fibers; Type I (13.6 %), in which some of the OOc inf. coursed medially to blend with the lateral originating fibers of the LLSAN. Type II (11.4 %), in which some of the OOc inf. descended vertically to blend with the LLSAN. Type III (4.5 %), in which both types I and II were found simultaneously. Some of the OOc inf. coursed medially to blend with the lateral originating fibers of the LLSAN, and some of the OOc inf. descended vertically to blend with the LLSAN. These findings provide greater knowledge of the connecting fibers between the OOc inf. and LLSAN, thereby helping us understand complicated expressions, inject BoNT-A into related wrinkles, and analyze EMG activities.

RESUMEN: Este estudio tuvo como objetivo determinar las conexiones anatómicas entre las fibras inferiores del músculo orbicular del ojo (MOO inf.) y el levantador nasolabial (Musculus levator nasiolabialis; M. levator labii superioris alaeque nasi) (LNL), proporcionando variaciones anatómicas de las fibras conectoras. Se examinó el orbicularis oculi (MOO) y LNL de 44 especímenes de 22 cadáveres coreanos adultos embalsamados. Se observaron fibras conectoras entre los MOO inf. y LNL en el 29,5 % de los especímenes. Patrones de conexión del OOc inf. a LNL se clasificaron en tres categorías según las direcciones de las fibras conectoras; Tipo I (13,6 %), en el que algunos de los MOO inf. cursaban medialmente para mezclarse con las fibras de origen lateral del LNL. Tipo II (11,4 %), en el que algunos de los MOO inf. descendían verticalmente para mezclarse con el LNL. Tipo III (4,5 %), en el que se encontraron simultáneamente los tipos I y II. Algunos de los MOO inf. cursaron medialmente para mezclarse con las fibras de origen lateral de la LNL y algunas de las MOO inf. descendían verticalmente para mezclarse con el LNL. Estos hallazgos aportan un mayor conocimiento de las fibras conectoras entre los MOO inf. y LNL, lo que nos ayuda a comprender expresiones complicadas, inyectar BoNT-A en las arrugas relacionadas y analizar las actividades de EMG.

Orbital lymphatic vessels: immunohistochemical detection in the lacrimal gland, optic nerve, fat tissue, and extrinsic oculomotor muscles / Vasos linfáticos orbitários: identificação imunohistoquímica na glândula lacrimal, no nervo óptico, no tecido adiposo e nos músculos extrínsecos oculomotores

ABSTRACT Purpose: To identify the lymphatic vessels in orbital specimens from human cadavers using light microscopy and immunohistochemical analysis. Methods: A postmortem study included 10 orbital specimens from 10 human cadavers. The orbital specimens were obtained no later than 12 hours after death. The orbital specimens were dissected into lacrimal gland, optic nerve, fat tissue, and oculomotor muscles. The histologic criteria to qualify as a lymphatic vessel were thin-walled channels of endothelium without a well-developed basal membrane and with an erythrocyte-free, irregular lumen. The immunohistochemical criteria were irregularly shaped, thin-walled vessels with an erythrocyte-free, irregular lumen and immunopositivity for podoplanin D2-40. Results: The lacrimal gland, optic nerve, fat tissue, and extraocular muscle sections were positively stained with podoplanin D2-40. Conclusions: This study demonstrated lymphatic vessels in the human orbit, more precisely, in the lacrimal gland, dura mater of the optic nerve, adipose tissue, and extrinsic oculomotor muscles via light microscopy and immunohistochemistry.(AU)

RESUMO Objetivos: Identificar vasos linfáticos em espécimes orbitários de cadáveres humanos através de microscopia óptica e análise imunohistoquímica. Métodos: Um estudo postmortem incluiu dez espécimes orbitários provenientes de dez cadáveres humanos. Todos os espécimes orbitários foram obtidos até 12 horas após a morte com uma técnica cirúrgica de exenteração orbitária e dissecados em glândula lacrimal, nervo óptico, gordura órbitária e músculos extraoculares. Para classificar como um vaso linfático, os critérios histológicos incluíram vasos endoteliais de parede única sem membrana basal bem desenvolvida, irregulares e lúmen sem hemácias, e os critérios imunohistoquímicos incluíram vasos endoteliais de parede única, com formato irregular e lúmen sem hemácias e reagentes a podoplanina D2-40. Resultados: As lâminas histológicas de glândula lacrimal, nervo óptico, tecido adiposo e músculos extraoculares reagiram positivamente a podoplanina D2-40. Conclusão: Este estudo demonstrou vasos linfáticos na órbita humana, mais exatamente, na glândula lacrimal, no nervo óptico, na gordura orbitária e nos músculos extrínsecos extraoculares via microscopia óptica e imunohistoquímica.(AU)

Stereological quantification of extraocular muscles in humans / Cuantificación estereológica de músculos extraoculares en humanos

SUMMARY: The aim of this study is to quantify muscular and connective tissue volumes of extraocular muscles (EOM) in humans with no ophthalmological disease using stereology. EOM from five cadaveric non-strabismic humans were obtained. The number of muscle fibers in 5,000 µm2 and volume density (Vv) of muscle and collagen were measured using stereology. Comparisons between antagonist EOM were conducted using Wilcoxon signed rank test for paired samples. A secondary analysis examining differences between pairs of EOM was also conducted. Bilateral tests were performed, and significance was set at 0.05. The horizontal rectus muscles (medial and lateral rectus) had the highest Vv of muscle and the lowest Vv of collagen. The inferior rectus muscle tended to have a fewer number of fibers per 5,000 µm2 than the rest of the EOM. However, these differences did not reach statistical significance. This is the first published study describing the normal histology of human EOM using stereology. Our investigation, through the quantification of the proportion of muscle and collagen tissue, as well as the number of muscle fibers in 5,000 µ2, establishes normal stereological parameters for EOM of humans without ophthalmological disease.

RESUMEN: El objetivo de este estudio es cuantificar el volumen de tejido muscular y conectivo de los músculos extraoculares en humanos sin enfermedad oftalmológica conocida utilizando estereología. Los músculos extraoculares fueron obtenidos de cinco cadáveres humanos sin estrabismo. El número de fibras musculares en 5.000 µm2 y la densidad de volumen (Vv) de músculo y colágeno fueron medidas usando estereología. Las comparaciones entre músculos extraoculares antagonistas se realizaron a través de la prueba de los rangos con signo de Wilcoxon para muestras pareadas. Un análisis secundario examinando diferencias entre pares de músculos extraoculares también fue llevado a cabo. Se realizaron pruebas bilaterales y la significancia fue fijada en 0,05. Los músculos rectos horizontales (recto medial y lateral) tuvieron el mayor Vv de músculo y el menor Vv de colágeno. El músculo recto inferior tuvo la tendencia a poseer menos número de fibras por 5.000 µm2 que el resto de los músculos extraoculares. No obstante, estas diferencias no llegaron a ser estadísticamente significativas. Este es el primer estudio publicado describiendo la histología normal de los músculos extraoculares usando estereología. Nuestra investigación, a través de la cuantificación de la proporción de tejido de músculo y colágeno, así como el número de fibras musculares en µm2, establece parámetros estereológicos normales para músculos extraoculares en humanos sin enfermedad oftalmológica.

A morphometric study of the extraocular muscles / Estudio morfométrico de los músculos extraoculares

Extraocular muscles are important references in strabismus surgery and in placement of intraorbital devices. We analyzed extraocular muscles morphometry and possible anatomical variances of 20 orbits. We report the length, width, and points of insertion of the extraocular muscles. No anatomical variations in length, width and points of insertion were found. With regard to the rectus muscles, it was found that the superior rectus and lateral rectus are the longest muscles and that the width difference between the superior and inferior rectus is greater than that between the medial and lateral rectus and that the point of insertion of the rectus muscles has a variable morphology. The superior oblique muscle was smaller in caliber than the inferior oblique, as consistent with previous anatomical studies. Knowledge of the detailed morphology of extraocular muscles is fundamental in strabismus surgery and represents a key factor for the innovation of surgical techniques and orbital procedures.

Los músculos extraoculares son importantes en la cirugía de estrabismo y en la colocación de dispositivos intraorbitarios. Analizamos la morfometría de los músculos extraoculares y las posibles variaciones anatómicas en 20 orbitas. No encontramos variantes en longitud, anchura y sitios de inserción. Los músculos rectos superior y lateral son los mas largos; la diferencia en longitud entre los músculos rectos superior e inferior es mayor a la diferencia en longitud entre los músculos rectos medial y lateral. El músculo oblicuo superior es mas pequeño en calibre que el músculo oblicuo inferior, lo que coincide con otros estudios anatómicos. El conocimiento detallado de la morfología de los músculos extraoculares es fundamental en la cirugía de estrabismo y representa un factor clave para la innovación de técnicas quirúrgicas y procedimientos en la cavidad orbitaria.

Microscopic Characteristics of Lower Eyelid Retractors in Koreans

PURPOSE: To identify the microscopic characteristics of lower eyelid retractors in Korean individuals and to elucidate age-related changes in lower eyelid retractors. METHODS: Eighteen Korean lower eyelids from formalin-fixed cadavers were stained with Masson's trichrome. Specimens were divided into two groups based on age at death (group A, 65 years), and the microscopic findings were analyzed and compared by light microscopy. RESULTS: The capsulopalpebral fascia (CPF) had distinct junctions and no fusion with orbital septum in 14 eyelids (77.8%). The CPF was fused with the orbital septum in only two eyelids (11.1%). Although not significant, the inferior tarsal muscle was closer to the tarsus in group A (1.24 +/- 0.71 mm) than group B (2.14 +/- 1.18 mm, p = 0.07), and the tarsal height tended to be longer in group B (4.71 +/- 0.55 mm) than group A (4.16 +/- 1.01 mm, p = 0.20). Tarsal fatty infiltration was more evident in group B. CONCLUSIONS: The CPF was rarely fused with the orbital septum in our sample of Korean lower eyelids. Although we did not identify any remarkable age-related changes in lower eyelid structures, there was a tendency for the lower retractor to loosen from the tarsus and for increased fatty infiltration in the lower eyelids from elderly individuals.

Microscopic Characteristics of Lower Eyelid Retractors in Koreans

PURPOSE: To identify the microscopic characteristics of lower eyelid retractors in Korean individuals and to elucidate age-related changes in lower eyelid retractors. METHODS: Eighteen Korean lower eyelids from formalin-fixed cadavers were stained with Masson's trichrome. Specimens were divided into two groups based on age at death (group A, 65 years), and the microscopic findings were analyzed and compared by light microscopy. RESULTS: The capsulopalpebral fascia (CPF) had distinct junctions and no fusion with orbital septum in 14 eyelids (77.8%). The CPF was fused with the orbital septum in only two eyelids (11.1%). Although not significant, the inferior tarsal muscle was closer to the tarsus in group A (1.24 +/- 0.71 mm) than group B (2.14 +/- 1.18 mm, p = 0.07), and the tarsal height tended to be longer in group B (4.71 +/- 0.55 mm) than group A (4.16 +/- 1.01 mm, p = 0.20). Tarsal fatty infiltration was more evident in group B. CONCLUSIONS: The CPF was rarely fused with the orbital septum in our sample of Korean lower eyelids. Although we did not identify any remarkable age-related changes in lower eyelid structures, there was a tendency for the lower retractor to loosen from the tarsus and for increased fatty infiltration in the lower eyelids from elderly individuals.

Study on surgical approaches and electrode implantation of oculomotor nerve and inferior obliquus in beagle dogs

To study the surgical anatomy and approaches of intracranial oculomotor nerve [OMN] and inferior obliquus [IO], and the methods of their electrode implantation in dogs. The research was performed on 30 adult beagle dogs at Shanghai Jiaotong University Medical College, Shanghai, China from November 2007 to August 2008. All animals were subjected to a right transfrontotemperal approach to intracranial OMN, a transconjunctival route to IO, and the neuro-stimulating and recording electrode implantation under general anaesthesia. The OMN was stimulated and the electromyography of IO recorded and analyzed with the Powerlab System. The security and reliability of the implanted electrodes were investigated. The surgical anatomy and approaches of both the OMN from its exit from midbrain to the entrance into cavernous sinus and the IO were described. Moreover, the implantation methods of OMN stimulating electrode and the electromyographic recording electrode of IO were displayed. The implanted electrodes were safe and reliable. Some electrophysiologic data of IO were obtained in the healthy dogs. Also, some perioperative precautions for intracranial and ophthalmic surgical procedures in dog were exhibited. The mortality rate of the dogs was 0%, and no operative complications were observed. With the data provided, these surgical approaches and the methods of electrode implantation offer a choice to construct an animal model for studying various aspects of OMN regeneration

A Cadaveric Anatomical Study of the Levator Aponeurosis and Whitnall's Ligament

PURPOSE: To identify the anatomy of the levator aponeurosis (LA) and Whitnall's ligament (WL) in Korean subjects using cadavers. METHODS: Orbital exenteration was performed in ten cadavers (20 eyeballs) that had no history of trauma near the eyeball. We observed characteristics of WL (tension, density, and shape) and the relationship between the superior rectus muscle (SR) and the levator palpebrae superioris. We measured the distance from both the eyelid margin and the upper border of the tarsal plate to the insertion of the LA medially, centrally, and laterally. RESULTS: The WLs we observed showed several shapes. In 12 eyes, we saw clear, white fibrotic bands, while in four others, we found thin, less taut bands. In four eyes, we were unable to identify the precise shape of the band. The insertions of the LA showed nasal dehiscence in 13 eyes and parallel attachment in seven eyes. The distances from the eyelid margin to the insertion of the LA medially, centrally, and laterally were 8.31 mm, 5.57 mm, and 5.15 mm, respectively. The distances from the upper border of the tarsal plate to the insertion of the LA medially, centrally, and laterally were 2.75 mm, 4.82 mm, and 4.29 mm, respectively. CONCLUSIONS: This study examined the anatomy of WL and the LA in Korean subjects and may be helpful as a reference in levator muscle surgery.

Normal measurements of extraocular muscle using computed tomography.

OBJECTIVE: Establish criteria for the diameters of normal extraocular muscles using computerized tomography in a Thai population. MATERIAL AND METHOD: Diameters of extraocular muscles (medial, lateral, superior complex, and inferior rectus) were calculated for 200 patients on coronal direction of screening paranasal sinuses. The effects of age and sex were also analyzed. RESULT: Normal ranges for the diameters (mean +/- 2 SDs) of extraocular muscles were 3.7 +/- 0.9 mm for medial rectus, 3.6 +/- 1.2 mm for lateral rectus, 4.0 +/- 1.4 mm for inferior rectus and 3.8 +/- 1.4 mm for the superior group. The mean diameter of the extraocular muscles in male patients was not significantly larger than in female patients (p > 0.05). There was also no statistically significant correlation between age, diameter of each extramuscular muscle and the sum of all four muscles. CONCLUSION: The present result may help radiologists and ophthalmologists to accurately assess enlargement of the extraocular muscles, particularly in Oriental populations.

Estudo sobre a aplicabilidade de adesivos biológicos à reinserção de músculo ocular externo em coelhos - II. Experimento II - Medida das distâncias das bordas nasal e temporal do músculo ao limbo e da extensão da adesão tecidual / A study of the applicability of biological adhesives to the insertion of an external ocular muscle in rabbits - II. Experiment II - Measurement of the distances from the nasal and temporal muscles to the limbus and of the extent of tissue adhesion

OBJETIVO: Medir a extensão de aderências mioesclerais no quadragésimo dia de pós-operatório. MÉTODOS: Quinze coelhos da raça Nova Zelândia foram distribuídos em três grupos de cinco coelhos, submetidos à operação de desinserção do músculo reto superior de ambos os olhos, e reposicionamento no local da inserção original: o Grupo SP para o controle, sutura com fio de poliglactina 910 (Vicryl® 6-0), Grupo AF, adesivo de fibrina (Beriplast-P®), e Grupo AC, adesivo de cianoacrilato (Histoacryl®). Antes da desinserção muscular, foram medidas as distâncias do gancho sob o músculo ao limbo, borda medial e lateral. Após quarenta e cinco dias, estes olhos foram reoperados e as medidas realizadas novamente. RESULTADOS: Não houve diferença significativa entre os adesivos estudados, quanto à adesão tecidual e às distâncias encontradas do músculo ao limbo nos pré- e pós-operatórios. CONCLUSÕES: As aderências teciduais encontradas foram provavelmente devidas aos processos de cicatrização, não dependendo dos materiais estudados.

Efeito do cloridrato de proparacaína a 05 por cento na força isométrica dos músculos retos horizontais em pacientes estrábicos / The effect of the proparacaine hydrochloride 05 por cento on the isometric of the horizontal rectus muscles in strabismus patients

Foi avaliado o efeito do cloridrato de proparacaína a 0,5 por cento na força isométrica dos músculos retos horizontais em quinze pacientes estrábicos durante a cirurgia de estrabismo pela técnica da sutura ajustável em uma etapa. Os músculos foram apreendidos com um gancho de estrabismo tipo Green modificado e as forças isométricas máxima e mínima (repouso) eram registradas em um dinamômetro digital acoplado ao microscópio cirúrgico, antes e após a instilaçäo de uma e duas gotas do anestésico tópico. Uma gota do anestésico näo alterou a força isométrica máxima, enquanto duas gotas de colírio diminuiram significativamente as forças isométricas máxima e mínima, a última mais intensamente. Embora näo tenham sido necessárias modificaçöes na técnica ..

Ultrasonic measurements of extraocular muscle thickness in normal Indian population.

Standardized 'A' mode of Kretztechnik--7200 mA was used in 40 eyes of 20 patients for the measurement of extraocular muscle thickness. The mean thickness value of medial, lateral, superior and inferior rectus in the normal Indian population was found to be as 4.015 +/- 0.762 mm, 3.548 +/- 0.369 mm, 3.757 +/- 0.654 mm and 3.177 +/- 0.662 mm respectively.

Cirurgia dos músculos oblíquos do olho: situaçäo atual e perspectivas futuras / Surgery of the oblique muscles of the eye: present state and future paths

Foi feita uma apresentaçäo das características anatômicas e fisiológicas dos músculos oblíquos que os diferenciam dos restos. As várias abordagens cirúrgicas, desde seu início, foram descritas. As vantagens e as desvantagens das técnicas atuais, tanto para debilitamento como para reforço, foram analisadas tendo em vista primordialmente a previsibilidade, a reversibilidade e a graduaçäo da técnica

El cartílago troclear en fetos humanos de término / The trochlear cartilage in at term human fetus

El cartílago del músculo tróclear u oblícuo superior está descrito en los textos clásicos, pero su estudio más profundo ha despertado interés en este último decenio especialmente en adultos. El propósito del presente trabajo es estudiar el aspecto morfológico del cartílago en fetos de término humano. Se estudiaron 10 cartílagos trocleares obtenidos por disección bajo lupa (Wild Heerburgg M8). Los cartílagos obtenidos muestran una ubicación y morfología similar. Se encuentran en el borde medial de la órbita, próximo al techo y en la cara lateral del tendón del oblícuo superior. Es mantenido en su posición por un rico sistema de ligamentos que lo fijan a la pared ósea y está rodeado por vainas. Se puede distinguir: 2 caras (1 medial y otra lateral) 2 bordes (anterior y posterior) y 2 extremos (superior e inferior). Su forma es ovoídea y las superficies de sus caras son cóncavas y convexa, opuesta entre sí. Las dimensiones del cartílago son: 2,5 mm A-P y 3 mm. céfalo-caudal en promedio. Se puede destacar lo siguiente: 1) El cartílago existe y está presente en los fetos de término. 2) Su ubicación es más alta que en el adulto y próxima al techo. 3) No hemos encontrado elementos grasos entre el tendón y el cartílago. 4) El cartílago presenta una forma que recuerda una silla de montar, hecho no descrito en piezas de adulto