Surgery for the Congenital Lacrimal Fistula.
- Author:
Sang Ki JEONG
1
Author Information
1. Department of Ophthalmology, Chonnam National University Medical School and Hospital, Korea. skjeong@chonnam.chonnam.ac.kr
- Publication Type:Original Article
- Keywords:
Bicanalicular silicone tube intubation;
Congenital lacrimal fistula;
Fistulectomy
- MeSH:
Fistula*;
Humans;
Intubation;
Retrospective Studies;
Silicones
- From:Journal of the Korean Ophthalmological Society
2002;43(5):801-804
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
PURPOSE: Congenital lacrimal fistula, a rare developmental disorder, was reviewed to evaluate clinical features and surgical techniques with its results. METHODS: The clinical features of 9 patients who received operation are retrospectively reviewed, including presenting symptoms, surgical techniques and their results. RESULTS: Excision of the fistula alone was performed for cosmetic blemish and excision of fistula with bicanalicular silicone tube intubation was done for symptomatic tearing. None of the 9 patients had symptomatic or cosmetic problem postoperatively. CONCLUSIONS: Fistulectomy with or without bicanalicular silicone tube intubation is a successful procedure for congenital lacrimal fistula.
