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Distal Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction

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 Indications:

  • Epiphora
  • Dacryocystitis
     

Highlights:

  • Inferior turbinate can be gently medialized to allow entry into inferior meatus
  • Nasolacrimal duct drains into inferior meatus via Hasner’s valve
     

Keep in Mind:

  • Short-term stenting of duct may be warranted until healing occurs
  • If region of stenosis is not accessible at inferior meatus then a standard DCR may be done