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The perils of permanent punctal plugs
C N Soparkar1, J R Patrinely, J Hunts
1Department of Ophthalmology, University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Worcester 01655-0322, USA.
American Journal of Ophthalmology
|January 1, 1997
Abstract
Purpose:
To describe previously unreported complications associated with permanent lacrimal punctal plugs.
Method:
Five oculoplastic practices reviewed patients referred to them over the preceding 2 years for permanent lacrimal punctal plug complications.
Results:
In 12 patients, 14 lacrimal punctal plugs migrated distally within the lacrimal drainage system, causing symptoms and necessitating surgical removal.
Conclusion:
Luxation of permanent punctal plugs into the distal lacrimal drainage system can occur, sometimes requiring complex surgical intervention.