lacrimal duct irrigation

As a method of lacrimal examination. Check if the lacrimal passage passes and if there is any secretion. Clean the lacrimal duct before surgery or verify that the lacrimal passage is unobstructed after surgery. Treatment of diseases: lacrimal duct obstruction dacryocystitis Indication As a method of lacrimal examination. Check if the lacrimal passage passes and if there is any secretion. Clean the lacrimal duct before surgery or verify that the lacrimal passage is unobstructed after surgery. Surgical procedure 1. After the punctum is dilated, switch to the lacrimal passage to rinse the needle, place it on the syringe containing the irrigation solution, and insert the lacrimal irrigation needle into the punctum according to the same method of lacrimal duct expansion. 2. After entering about 10mm, you can slowly inject the rinse into the lacrimal duct. If the lacrimal passage is smooth, the flushing fluid will flow out from the nostrils or the pharynx, otherwise it will not work. complication If a false road occurs, in addition to daily antibiotic eye drops, antibiotics should be used systemically for 3 to 5 days to prevent infection.

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