Endoscopic Dacryocystorhinostomy as Treatment for Lower Lacrimal Pathway Obstructions in Adults: Review Article

Obstruction of the lacrimal pathway is manifested by epiphora, infection, and blurred vision as well as ocular and facial pain. Conservative treatments only achieve temporary relief of symptoms, thus surgery is the treatment of choice. Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) is recognized as the most suitable t...

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Main Authors: Elina Penttilä M.D., Ph.D., Grigori Smirnov M.D., Ph.D., Henri Tuomilehto M.D., Ph.D., Kai Kaarniranta M.D., Ph.D., Juha Seppä M.D., Ph.D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2015-03-01
Series:Allergy & Rhinology
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.2500/ar.2015.6.0116