Lacrimal Surgery
Lacrimal surgery encompasses treatments for those with watery eyes. This can range from minor operations (such as punctoplasty or perforated punctual plugs) to more major surgery such as endoscopic DCR (dacryocystorhinostomy)
About lacrimal surgery
There are many reasons for developing a watery eye, ranging from common scenarios such as “reflex watering” which may improve with lubricating drops, to the eyelid turning outward (ectropion), narrowed tear collecting channels (punctual stenosis), or a closed tear duct (nasolacrimal duct stenosis/blockage).
The treatment depends upon the cause of the watering, but where the tear collecting channels are narrowed then sometimes widening these with a small operation called a punctoplasty, can help.
Where there is nasolacrimal duct stenosis/blockage, then usually a dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) is required.
This can be undertaken either externally (through the skin) or via the nose, and typically requires a general anaesthetic, although in some circumstances can be done under local anaesthetic with sedation.
At the time of consultation, you will have as much time as needed to discuss options and decide on the way forward.
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nicky@huwoliphant.com
Phone:
07307184540
Location:
Polegate Consulting Rooms (Eastbourne)
Nuffield Health (Brighton)
The Doctor Clinic (Lewes)