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Therefore, a corneal surgical approach is necessary to preserve ocular surface integrity and visual function. This review synthesizes literature published between 2008 and 2025 on corneal complications secondary to eyelid anomalies and postoperative eyelid procedures. We analyzed the mechanisms of eyelid-induced corneal injury, indications for surgical treatment, and corneal surgical strategies, from surface-stabilizing techniques to tectonic interventions. Entropion and ectropion are the most common eyelid abnormalities associated with mechanical trauma and exposure-related corneal disease. Although definitive eyelid correction is necessary for corneal recovery, persistent epithelial defects, stromal thinning, corneal melt, and perforation frequently require corneal surgical management. Surface-stabilizing procedures, such as amniotic membrane transplantation, are effective in early disease stages, whereas progressive stromal defects necessitate tectonic approaches such as lamellar patch grafting or therapeutic keratoplasty. Interventions aimed at visual rehabilitation should be postponed until sustained ocular surface stability has been achieved. Effective management of eyelid-related corneal damage requires both eyelid surgical correction and corneal management. 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