Endonasal laser-assisted dacryocystorhinostomy

Hosp Med. 1998 Mar;59(3):210-5.

Abstract

Endonasal laser-assisted dacryocystorhinostomy allows relief of epiphora caused by nasolacrimal duct obstruction. It can be performed as a day-case procedure and has many advantages over conventional approaches. This article reviews conventional, endoscopic and laser-assisted dacryocystorhinostomy and describes the technical steps of an endonasal procedure.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Dacryocystorhinostomy* / methods*
  • Endoscopy
  • Humans
  • Laser Therapy*
  • Patient Selection