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Hammer-chisel technique in endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy.

Yasar Cokkeser1, Cem Evereklioglu, Mustafa Tercan

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, Inonu University Medical Faculty, Turgut Ozal Medical Center, Research Hospital, Malatya, Turkey.

The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology
|June 6, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Endoscopic hammer-chisel dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) offers an effective treatment for chronic epiphora and dacryocystitis. This minimally invasive technique demonstrates an 87% success rate with excellent patient tolerance and minimal complications.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Otorhinolaryngology

Background:

  • Chronic epiphora and dacryocystitis significantly impact quality of life.
  • Traditional external dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) can be invasive with potential cosmetic concerns.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of endoscopic hammer-chisel dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR).
  • To assess patient tolerance and compare the technique with external approaches.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective evaluation of endoscopic hammer-chisel DCR on 62 eyes.
  • Bone removal over the lacrimal sac using a chisel.
  • Follow-up ranging from 12 to 54 months.

Main Results:

  • An 87% success rate was achieved in endoscopic hammer-chisel DCR procedures.

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  • Minimal morbidity and no major complications were observed.
  • Excellent patient tolerance and minimal perioperative/postoperative complications were noted.

    • Conclusions:

    • Endoscopic hammer-chisel DCR is a practical, less traumatic, and cosmetically favorable alternative to external DCR.
    • The technique is efficient, requires minimal instrumentation, and allows simultaneous intranasal disease correction.