Intubation of the Lacrimal System
- 1 December 1989
- journal article
- surgical procedures
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
- Vol. 5 (4) , 261-265
- https://doi.org/10.1097/00002341-198912000-00006
Abstract
Obstruction of the lacrimal passage in infants and young children can often be overcome by simple probing; however, in some cases, intubation is necessary to maintain patency. This paper describes the instruments needed and the method of insertion and removal of silicone tubes. Placement of the tubes is done under general anesthesia, but removal is accomplished easily in the office.Keywords
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