What is the Lacrimal Pump Mechanism? The lacrimal pump mechanism is a sophisticated system orchestrated by the orbicularis muscle, responsible for regulating tear flow and drainage. Comprising preal and pretarsal portions, this mechanism ensures efficient tear distribution and prevents excessive tearing. Key Components of the Lacrimal Pump: Pre-Blink Stage: The orbicularis muscle is relaxed. Tears […]
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Let us explore lacrimal punctal dilation, lacrimal probing, lacrimal syringing, and the nuanced art of interpreting their results together . This caters to both a beginner and an expert so lets get started
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External dacryocystorhinostomy surgery is a meticulous procedure requiring a thorough understanding of anatomy and careful consideration of potential complications. We discuss all the steps of the external DCR procedure beginning from indications to the closure of the surgery. By following the outlined steps, surgeons can address lacrimal system disorders and achieve successful outcomes.
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Let us discuss about the various types of DCR surgeries. in each of these we create an ostium, but the approach to creating the ostium is different. we shall discuss about the external DCR, endonasal DCR, endocanalicular laser DCR and Conjunctivo-DCR ( Lester-Jones procedure). Let us understand one by one.
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There are four important nerves that must be anesthetized for lacrimal sac surgeries like Dacryocystorhinostomy and Dacryocystectomy. These are the infratrochlear Nerve, Infra-orbital nerve block, anterior ethmoidal nerve and dorsal nasal nerve…
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The primary components of the lacrimal apparatus, which include:
The lacrimal gland and the accessory lacrimal gland. The lacrimal puncta , canaliculi ,lacrimal sac and the nasolacrimal duct.
Let us talk about each of these components one by one.
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