Canaliculitis is an infection of the lacrimal drainage system, specifically affecting the canaliculi, which are small ducts that drain tears from the eye into the nasal cavity. This condition can ...

Many causes of epiphora are unrelated to anatomical problems in the nasolacrimal drainage apparatus. Problems in the upper lacrimal system have often been under-recognized as a cause of epiphora.

Epiphora is often caused by tear film and ocular surface problems rather than by anatomical obstruction of lacrimal drainage. A thorough history can lead to information regarding medications that ...

One significant study examined the clinical presentations and outcomes of infections caused by Sphingomonas paucimobilis, a less common pathogen associated with lacrimal drainage infections.

All cases had, on separate occasions, a standardised dacryocystogram with delayed erect films and a lacrimal drainage scintigram. RESULTS 45 lacrimal systems of 32 patients (mean age 62 years; 59% ...

The lacrimal system consists of the lacrimal glands, the tear film in contact with the conjunctiva and cornea, and the lacrimal drainage system through the nasolacrimal duct to the nose. In this ...

Thus, any interventions performed under general anesthesia should include a detailed evaluation of the lacrimal drainage pathway to identify and treat any other causes of obstruction intraoperatively.

The lacrimal glands are above each eyeball, towards the outer part of the eyelid. The glands produce a fluid that cleans and protects the surface of the eyelid. Tears are part of this fluid. A growth ...

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These physicians also are more familiar with how to treat anesthetic and procedural complications. Damage to surrounding tissues, including the lacrimal drainage system, eyelid margin, and the eye can ...

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