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Soft tissue conjunctivo-rhinostomy.

J Murube1, P Rojo, L Chenzhuo

  • 1University of Alcalá, Madrid, Spain.

European Journal of Ophthalmology
|February 1, 2002
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This study shows that a new surgical technique for blocked tear ducts is effective. Vertical conjunctivo-rhinostomy successfully restored tear flow in most patients with severe lacrimal canaliculi damage.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Oculoplastic Surgery
  • Rhinology

Background:

  • Irrecuperable damage to the lacrimal canaliculi necessitates advanced surgical interventions.
  • Traditional methods may involve osteal perforation, posing additional risks.
  • Effective restoration of lacrimal drainage is crucial for patient quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the outcomes of implanting a tubular prosthesis for severe lacrimal canaliculi obstruction.
  • To evaluate a novel technique of vertical conjunctivo-rhinostomy without osteal perforation.

Main Methods:

  • Fifty eyes with destroyed lacrimal canaliculi underwent surgery.
  • A silicone and Pyrex tubular prosthesis was inserted between the medial palpebral canthus and nasal vestibulum.

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  • The prosthesis was placed vertically through soft facial tissues, avoiding bone perforation.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful restoration of lacrimal flow was achieved in 47 out of 50 cases (94% success rate).
    • Complications included prosthesis dislocation (3 cases), infection (3 cases), and papillomata (5 cases).

    Conclusions:

    • Vertical conjunctivo-rhinostomy without osteal perforation offers a straightforward and effective solution for irreparable blocked tear ducts.
    • This technique demonstrates high efficacy in restoring lacrimal drainage.
    • Minimizing surgical invasiveness by avoiding osteal perforation is a key advantage.