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Rev. bras. oftalmol ; 81: e0033, 2022. tab, graf
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-1376776

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RESUMO A obstrução de via lacrimal é uma possível complicação decorrente de tratamentos oncológicos sistêmicos e locais. A epífora crônica gera grande impacto na qualidade de vida desses pacientes, e, como a fibrose terminal da via lacrimal pode necessitar de procedimentos complexos para sua resolução, é importante estarmos atentos a esse efeito adverso, com o objetivo de reconhecê-lo e tratá-lo precocemente, ou mesmo preveni-lo. Nesta revisão da literatura, os autores analisam todos os agentes quimioterápicos e radioterápicos associados à obstrução lacrimal e descrevem os mecanismos, a frequência, os tratamentos e a profilaxia. Os tratamentos oncológicos associados à obstrução lacrimal foram: radioterapia em cabeça e pescoço (dosagem acima de 45 a 75Gy), radioiodoterapia (dosagem acima de 150mCi) e quimioterapia com 5-FU, S-1, capecitabine e docetaxel. A obstrução lacrimal pode ser irreversível, e a intubação profilática das vias lacrimais é uma possibilidade descrita de tratamento profilático em casos de radioterapia e uso do 5-FU, S-1 e docetaxel. O tratamento cirúrgico de todos os casos é a dacriocistorrinostomia.


ABSTRACT Lacrimal duct obstruction can be a side effect of systemic and/or local cancer treatments. Chronic epiphora has a great impact on the quality of life of oncological patients. Since terminal fibrosis of the lacrimal system may require complex procedures, it is important to be aware of this adverse effect in order to recognize and treat it, or even prevent it. A literature review was performed to identify all types of systemic cancer treatment associated with lacrimal obstruction and to describe the mechanisms, frequency, treatment, and prophylaxis. The oncological treatments associated with lacrimal obstruction were head and neck radiotherapy (dosage above 45-75 Gy), radioiodine therapy (dosage above 150 mCi), and chemotherapy with 5-FU, S-1, Capecitabine and Docetaxel. Depending on the dose, this complication may be irreversible. Prophylactic intubation of the lacrimal system is an option for prophylaxis in cases of radiotherapy, use of 5-FU, S-1, and Docetaxel. Final surgical treatment is dacryocystorhinostomy.


Subject(s)
Humans , Radiotherapy/adverse effects , Iodine Radioisotopes/adverse effects , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/etiology , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/chemically induced , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Antineoplastic Agents/adverse effects , Dacryocystorhinostomy , Drainage , Constriction, Pathologic/etiology , Lacrimal Apparatus Diseases/prevention & control , Nasolacrimal Duct/drug effects , Nasolacrimal Duct/radiation effects
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Rev. bras. oftalmol ; 81: e0035, 2022. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1376791

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ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of mitomycin C in anatomical and functional success after modified transcanalicular diode laser dacryocystorhinostomy. Methods: A prospective, double-blinded, randomized placebo-controlled study compared the effect of topical mitomycin C on modified transcanalicular diode laser dacryocystorhinostomy. Group 1 had modified transcanalicular diode laser dacryocystorhinostomy with topical saline, while Group 2 had modified transcanalicular diode laser dacryocystorhinostomy with topical mitomycin C. Success was defined as anatomical patency and relief of symptoms at the end of 6 months. Results: Six months after surgery, Group 1 (30 patients) showed anatomical and functional success rates of 86.7% and 83.3%, respectively. Group 2 (32 patients) showed anatomical and functional success rates of 87.5% and 84.3%, respectively. There was no statistically significant difference between the groups 1 and 2 (p = 1.000). Conclusion: The use of mitomycin C did not improve the anatomical and functional success rates of modified transcanalicular diode laser dacryocystorhinostomy compared to placebo.


RESUMO Objetivo: Avaliar a eficácia da mitomicina C no sucesso anatômico e funcional após dacriocistorrinostomia transcanalicular com laser de diodo. Métodos: Estudo prospectivo, duplo-cego, randomizado e controlado por placebo. Comparou o efeito da mitomicina C tópica na dacriocistorrinostomia transcanalicular com laser de diodo. No Grupo 1, foi utilizada apenas solução salina tópica, enquanto no Grupo 2 foi utilizada mitomicina C tópica. O sucesso foi definido como permeabilidade da via lacrimal e alívio dos sintomas ao final de 6 meses. Resultados: Seis meses após a cirurgia, o Grupo 1 (30 pacientes) apresentou taxas de sucesso anatômico e funcional de 86,7% e 83,3%, respectivamente. O Grupo 2 (32 pacientes) apresentou taxas de sucesso anatômico e funcional de 87,5% e 84,3%, respectivamente. Não houve diferença estatística significante entre os Grupos 1 e 2 (p=1,000). Conclusão: O uso de mitomicina C não melhora as taxas de sucesso anatômico e funcional do dacriocistorrinostomia transcanalicular com laser de diodo em comparação ao placebo.


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Humans , Male , Female , Middle Aged , Dacryocystorhinostomy/methods , Mitomycin/administration & dosage , Mitomycin/therapeutic use , Mitomycin/pharmacology , Lasers, Semiconductor/therapeutic use , Nasolacrimal Duct/drug effects , Placebos , Random Allocation , Double-Blind Method , Prospective Studies , Follow-Up Studies , Treatment Outcome , Chemotherapy, Adjuvant , Dacryocystitis/surgery , Laser Therapy/methods , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Nasolacrimal Duct/surgery
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Arq. bras. oftalmol ; 84(4): 311-315, July-Aug. 2021.
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1285308

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ABSTRACT Purpose: Concomitant nasolacrimal duct obstruction can occur in cataract carriers, which increases the risk of postoperative endophthalmitis. The primary aim of this study is to evaluate the knowledge of Brazilian cataract surgeons on the diagnosis and management of cataracts associated with nasolacrimal duct obstruction. Methods: This survey was based on a questionnaire involving Brazilian cataract surgeons that was conducted from March to April 2018. Data were collected on the participant's profile, time and experience in ophthalmic practice, previous training in diagnosis and management of nasolacrimal duct obstruction, and background with endophthalmitis after cataract surgery in patients with nasolacrimal duct obstruction. All data were entered into an Excel spreadsheet and analyzed according to the frequency of occurrence. Results: Ninety-one ophthalmologists answered the questionnaire. Most (63.7%) had been performing cataract surgery for >10 years, and most (84.6%) received training to diagnose and handle nasolacrimal duct obstruction during their medical residence training. Nasolacrimal duct obstruction was investigated in the preoperative period of the cataract by lacrimal sac expression test (53.8%) or by irrigation of the tear pathways (23.1%). Nasolacrimal duct obstruction was treated with antibiotic eye drops by 47.2% of respondents. Seventy-eight percent of surgeons indicate usually performing lacrimal surgery prior to the intraocular surgery, waiting for 4 to 6 weeks to proceed with the cataract surgery. The procedure of choice for treating nasolacrimal duct obstruction prior to cataract surgery was dacryocystorhinostomy (88.4%). Most participants recognized the need for a protocol to assist in the detection and management of nasolacrimal duct obstruction in cataract carriers. Conclusion: Improvement in the diagnosis and management of nasolacrimal duct obstruction concomitant to cataract is needed, as this is a risk factor for endophthalmitis.


RESUMO Objetivo: Portadores de catarata podem apresentar concomitantemente obstrução do ducto lacrimo-nasal (DLN), com risco de desenvolver endoftalmite no pós-operatório da facectomia. O objetivo do presente estudo é apresentar as percepções dos cirurgiões de catarata sobre a propedêutica e a conduta frente a pacientes com obstrução do ducto lacrimo-nasal concomitante com catarata. Métodos: Trata-se de uma pesquisa baseada em um questionário envolvendo cirurgiões brasileiros de catarata, realizado no período de março a abril de 2018. Foram levantados dados sobre o perfil dos participantes, o tempo e a experiencia da prática oftalmológica, o treinamento prévio para diagnóstico e tratamento da obstrução do ducto lacrimo-nasal e os conhecimentos de endoftalmite após cirurgia de catarata. Todos os dados foram inseridos em planilha Excel e analisados de acordo com a frequência de ocorrência. Resultados: Noventa e um oftalmologistas responderam ao questionário. A maioria (63,7%) deles realiza cirurgias de catarata há mais de 10 anos e a maioria (84,6%) recebeu treinamento para diagnóstico e tratamento da obstrução do ducto lacrimo-nasal durante o curso de residência médica. A pesquisa da obstrução crônica do ducto lacrimo-nasal no pré-operatório da catarata é feita pelo teste do refluxo de secreção pelos pontos lacrimais (53,8%) ou por irrigação das vias lacrimais (23,1%). A obstrução do ducto lacrimo-nasal é tratada com colírios antibióticos por 47,2% dos respondentes. Para os portadores de obstrução do ducto lacrimo-nasal , 78% indicam a desobstrução das vias lacrimais previamente à facectoma, aguardando de 4 a 6 semanas para tal. O procedimento de escolha para tratar a obstrução do ducto lacrimo-nasal antes da facectomia é a dacriocistorrinostomia (88,4%). A necessidade de um protocolo para auxiliar na detecção e tratamento da obstrução do ducto lacrimo-nasal em portadores de catarata é reconhecida pela maioria dos participantes deste estudo. Conclusão: É necessário melhorar a propedêutica e o manejo da catarata em portador de obstrução do ducto lacrimo-nasal porque esse é um fator de risco para endoftalmite.


Subject(s)
Humans , Cataract , Dacryocystorhinostomy , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction , Nasolacrimal Duct , Preoperative Period , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/diagnosis , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Nasolacrimal Duct/surgery
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Rev. bras. oftalmol ; 80(2): 133-135, Mar.-Apr. 2021. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1280114

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ABSTRACT Objetive: To evaluate the success rate of initial and repeated probing as treatment approach for congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction (CNLDO) in children between 2 and 46 months. Methods: A restrospective review of 73 children diagnosed with CNLDO who underwent probing of the NLD from March 2010 to 2020 was conducted. Data were colected from Hospital Oftalmológico de Anápolis in Anápolis, Goiás. Results: The procedure was performed in 90 eyes. The study sample was constituted of 36 males and 37 females. Bilateral involvement occurred in 18 (24.6%) children whereas 55 (75.3%) of them were unilaterally affected. The age ranges of the patients were divided into 4 groups: A - up to 6 months old (5.5% of the eyes), B - 7 to 12 months (27.5%), group C - 13 to 24 months (39.5%) and group D - older than 24 months (26.4%). The mean age of the sample was 18.6 months. Initial probing obtained an overall success rate of 88.8% and group B showed the best percentage (96%) from all age ranges. The second intervention had a lower outcome, successfuly in 55.5% of the cases. Conclusion: All age ranges showed high success rates for initial probing, although there was a decrease in subsequent procedures outcomes. Our results demonstrate that the success rate for primary probing is not affected by age.


RESUMO Objetivo: avaliar a taxa de sucesso de sondagem inicial e de repetição como abordagem de tratamento para obstrução congênita do ducto nasolacrimal em crianças entre 2 e 46 meses. Métodos: conduziu-se uma revisão retrospectiva de 73 crianças diagnosticadas com obstrução congênita do ducto nasolacrimal que se submeteram à sondagem do ducto nasolacrimal de março de 2010 a 2020. Os dados foram coletados no Hospital Oftalmológico de Anápolis em Anápolis, Goiás. Resultados: o procedimento foi realizado em 90 olhos. A amostra do estudo constitui-se em 36 pacientes do sexo masculino e 37 do sexo feminino. O acometimento foi bilateral em 18 crianças, enquanto 55 (75,3%) delas foram afetadas de forma unilateral. Os pacientes foram divididos em 4 grupos, de acordo com a faixa etária: A- até 6 meses de vida (5,5% dos olhos); B- 7 a 12 meses (27,5%); grupo C- 13 a 24 meses (39,5%) e grupo D- mais que 24 meses (26,4). A média de idade de amostra foi de 18,6 meses. A sondagem inicial teve uma taxa de sucesso global de 88,8%, e o grupo B mostrou a melhor porcentagem (96%) de todas as faixas etárias. A segunda intervenção teve uma taxa de sucesso menor, de 55,5% dos casos. Conclusão: todas as faixas etárias mostraram altas taxas de sucesso na sondagem, embora tenha havido um decréscimo nos resultados dos procedimentos subsequentes. Nossos resultados demonstram que a taxa de sucesso na sondagem primária não é afetada pela idade


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Humans , Male , Female , Infant , Child, Preschool , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/congenital , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Medical Records , Retrospective Studies , Intubation/methods , Therapeutic Irrigation , Nasolacrimal Duct/abnormalities
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Arq. bras. oftalmol ; 84(1): 91-98, Jan.-Feb. 2021. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1153095

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ABSTRACT Purpose: Lacrimal probing is the treatment of choice for congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction that does not have a spontaneous resolution; however, there is no consensus about the best time for probing and if it is superior to other therapies. The present study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of lacrimal probing compared with other treatments/no intervention to treat congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction. Methods: A systematic review of literature in PubMed, EMBASE, CENTRAL, clinicaltrials.gov, and LILACS databases up to December 2019 was performed. Randomized clinical trials that enrolled children diagnosed with congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction and undergoing lacrimal probing were considered. Data extraction and a risk of bias assessment were conducted independently and in duplicate. The overall quality of evidence for each outcome was conducted using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and Evaluation classification system. Results: Four randomized clinical trials involving 423 participants were eligible. No statistically significant differences were observed in resolution rates between early probing and observation/late probing (two studies; risk ratio 1.00 [95% confidence interval 0.76-1.33]; p=0.99; low certainty evidence). One study reported better resolution rates with bicanalicular silicone stent intubation compared with late probing in the complex congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction cases subgroup (risk ratio 0.56 [95% confidence interval 0.34-0.92]; p=0.02; moderate certainty evidence). Conclusions: Low certainty evidence suggests that early probing has the same success rate as late probing. Evidence of moderate certainty suggests that late probing has a lower success rate than bicanalicular silastic intubation in patients with complex congenital nasolacrimal duct obstructione.


RESUMO Objetivo: A sondagem lacrimal tem sido o tratamento de escolha para a obstrução lacrimonasal congênita que não apresenta resolução espontânea. Contudo, não há consenso sobre qual é a melhor época para a realização da sondagem e se ela é melhor do que outras terapias. O objetivo foi avaliar a efetividade da sondagem lacrimal no tratamento da obstrução lacrimonasal congênita. Método: Uma revisão sistemática da literatura foi realizada usando as plataformas eletrônicas PubMed, EMBASE, CENTRAL, clinicaltrials.gov e LILACS até o período de dezembro de 2019. Foram considerados ensaios clínicos randomizados envolvendo crianças com obstrução lacrimonasal congênita submetidas a sondagem lacrimal. A extração dos dados e avaliação do risco de viés foram feitas por dois autores independentemente. A análise da qualidade da evidência para cada desfecho foi realizada por meio do sistema GRADE (Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation). Resultados: Quatro ensaios clínicos randomizados foram incluídos, envolvendo 423 participantes. A metanálise mostrou que não houve diferença estatística na resolução da obstrução lacrimonasal congênita entre o grupo submetido à sondagem lacrimal precoce e o submetido à observação/sondagem tardia (2 estudos; risco médio 1.00 [intervalo de confiança de 95% 0.76, 1.33] p=0,99, I2=79%, baixa certeza de evidência). Um estudo evidenciou melhores resultados da intubação bicanalicular com silicone em comparação a sondagem tardia no subgrupo das obstruções lacrimonasais congênitas complexas, (1 estudo; risco médio 0.56 [intervalo de confiança de 95% 0.34, 0.92] p=0,02, moderada certeza de evidência). Conclusões: Há evidências de baixa qualidade de que a sondagem precoce tem a mesma taxa de sucesso que a sondagem tardia. Evidências de moderada certeza sugerem que a sondagem tardia tem menor chance de sucesso do que a intubação bicanalicular com silicone em casos de obstruções lacrimonasais congênitas complexas.


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Humans , Infant , Child , Dacryocystorhinostomy , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction , Nasolacrimal Duct , Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic , Retrospective Studies , Treatment Outcome , Intubation , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy
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Rev. bras. oftalmol ; 79(1): 33-37, Jan.-Feb. 2020. tab, graf
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-1092652

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Resumo Objetivo: Avaliar e comparar a taxa de sucesso da intubação monocanalicular ou bicanalicular em pacientes com obstrução congênita do ducto lacrimonasal (OCDLN), levando-se em consideração a taxa de sucesso, a dificuldade do procedimento e o custo dos tubos. Métodos: Foram analisados retrospectivamente 54 prontuários, totalizando 58 vias lacrimais com diagnóstico de OCDLN, que realizaram intubação das vias lacrimais monocanalicular ou bicanalicular com tubos de silicone. Anamnese, exame oftalmológico geral, testes específicos, como o Teste do Desaparecimento do Corante (TDC) e Teste de Observação de Fluoresceína na Orofaringe (TOFO), e, caso necessário, exames complementares como a dacriocistografia, foram utilizados para diagnóstico e inclusão na pesquisa. Foram tratados com intubação os pacientes sem resposta adequada ao tratamento prévio, ou seja, que permaneceram com sintomas de secreção e epífora contínua após a realização de massagem de Crigler e sondagem. Resultados: A intubação monocanalicular foi realizada em 27 vias lacrimais e a intubação bicanalicular, em 31 vias lacrimais. A taxa de sucesso foi alta em ambos os métodos, com melhora em 26 (96,3%) vias lacrimais com sonda monocanalicular e em 30 (96,8%), com sonda bicanalicular (p=0,718). As duas técnicas apresentaram 100% de sucesso nos pacientes com até 2 anos e acima de 4 anos de idade (p=1). A taxa de sucesso entre os 2 e 4 anos de idade foi de 91,5% para as monocanaliculares e 87,5% para as bicanaliculares, (p=0,652). Conclusão: o presente estudo não mostrou diferença significativa no sucesso da intubação quando utilizando sondas mono ou bicanaliculares. A intubação monocanalicular mostrou-se de mais fácil execução, ao passo que o tubo bicanalicular possui menor custo.


Abstract Objective: to evaluate and to compare the success rate of monocanalicular or bicanalicular intubation in congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction (CNDO) carriers in terms of success rate, difficulty of the procedure, and cost of the tubes. Methods: fifty-four CNDO carriers with 58 obstructed lacrimal vies (LV) who were submitted to lacrimal system intubation using mono or bicanalicular stent had their medical records analyzed. A clinical history, a general ophthalmologic examination, specific tests such as the fluorescein dye disappearance test (FDDT) and observation test of fluorescein in the oropharynx (OTFO) were used for diagnosis and inclusion in the study. Patients who continued exhibiting discharge and continuous epiphora after previous treatment, Crigler massage and probing, were treated surgically with intubation. Results: Monocanalicular intubation was performed on 27 LV and bicanalicular intubation was performed on 31 LV. High success rates were observed, with improvement in 26 (96.3%) with monocanalicular intubation and in 30 LV (96.8%) with bicanalicular intubation (p=0.718). Furthermore, both techniques were 100% successful in patients up to 2 and over 4 years of age (p=1). The success rates between 2-4 years of age were 91.6% in monocanalicular intubation and 87.5% in bicanalicular intubation (p=0.652). Conclusion: The success rate using monocanalicular or bicanalicular intubation to treat CNDO had no significant difference in the studied children. Furthermore, the monocanalicular tube was easier to use, while the bicanalicular tube had a lower cost.


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Humans , Male , Female , Infant , Child, Preschool , Child , Stents , Intubation/instrumentation , Intubation/methods , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Nasolacrimal Duct/abnormalities , Silicones , Comparative Study , Medical Records , Retrospective Studies , Conservative Treatment , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/congenital , Nasolacrimal Duct/surgery
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Arq. bras. oftalmol ; 82(5): 394-399, Sept.-Oct. 2019. graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1019429

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ABSTRACT Purpose: Punctal stenosis can result in symptoms such as epiphora and can significantly reduce the quality of life of patients. Perforated punctal plug insertion is an easy procedure that is commonly used as the first step of treatment for punctal stenosis. Methods: Clinical, demographic, and outcome data were retrospectively collected for 54 eyes of 21 males and 11 females who consecutively presented to our Oculoplastic Clinic and underwent silicone Micro Flow perforated punctal plug insertion. All patients had epiphora with punctal stenosis. Results: Of the 54 plugs, 26 plugs (48.1%) were lost and 28 (51.8%) stayed in place. Of the latter, eight were explanted because of the occlusion of the plug with secretions and recurrent conjunctivitis; moreover, two plugs migrated deep into the vertical canaliculus. Of the 54 plugs, only 18 (33.3%) were well-tolerated with significant symptomatic improvement. Conclusion: Plug loss is a prominent problem in patients implanted with perforated punctal plugs. Silicone punctal plugs failed in 66.7% of our patients over a mean follow-up of 14.2 months.


RESUMO Objetivo: A estenose punctal pode resultar em sintomas como a epífora e diminuir significativamente a qua­lidade de vida dos pacientes. A inserção de um tampão perfurado é um procedimento fácil que é comumente usado como o primeiro passo do tratamento para a estenose punctal. Métodos: Dados clínicos, demográficos e de resultado foram coletados retrospectivamente de 54 olhos de 21 homens e 11 mulheres que consecutivamente se apresentaram em nossa Clínica de Oculoplástica e foram submetidos a inserção de um tampão de silicone perfurado Micro Flow. Todos os pacientes tinham epífora com estenose punctal. Resultados: Dos 54 tampões, 26 (48,1%) foram perdidos e 28 (51,8%) permaneceram no local. Destes últimos, 8 foram removidos devido a oclusão do tampão com secreção e conjuntivite recorrente, além disso, 2 migraram profundamente no canalículo vertical. Dos 54 tampões, apenas 18 (33,3%) foram bem tolerados com significativa melhora dos sintomas. Conclusão: A perda de tampões é um problema de destaque em pacientes implantados com tampões perfurados. Tampões de silicone falharam em 66,7% dos pacientes durante um seguimento médio de 14,2 meses.


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Humans , Male , Female , Adolescent , Adult , Middle Aged , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Young Adult , Silicones/administration & dosage , Dry Eye Syndromes/surgery , Punctal Plugs/adverse effects , Lacrimal Apparatus/surgery , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Prostheses and Implants , Tears , Dry Eye Syndromes/complications , Prosthesis Implantation , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/etiology
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Rev. cuba. oftalmol ; 29(1): 0-0, ene.-mar. 2016. tab
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: lil-781207

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Objetivo: comparar la técnica de sondaje de vías lagrimales previa dilatación canalicular con gel viscoelástico con el sondaje directo. Métodos: se realizó un estudio analítico prospectivo de cohorte no concurrente en 136 ojos pertenecientes a pacientes con obstrucción congénita del conducto lacrimonasal atendidos en la Consulta de Oftalmopediatría del Hospital Pediátrico Docente Pepe Portilla, de Pinar del Río, a quienes se les realizó sondaje de vía lagrimal, desde enero del año 2008 a julio de 2013. Se conformaron dos grupos de estudio, ambos de 68 ojos, uno con la técnica quirúrgica de sondaje directo, y un segundo grupo donde se aplicó dilatación previa de la vía excretora con gel viscoelástico. Resultados: en el primer grupo se presentaron complicaciones en el 45,59 por ciento. Se logró el 54,41 por ciento de curación y fue reintervenido el 32,35 por ciento. En el segundo grupo se logró el 97,92 por ciento de curación sin complicaciones incluyendo a 6 ojos de pacientes mayores de 3 años, y fue necesario reintervenir a un solo paciente. Conclusiones: el sondaje del conducto lacrimonasal previa dilatación con Healon minimiza las complicaciones y la necesidad de reintervención, y posibilita su empleo efectivo en pacientes mayores de 3 años(AU)


Objective: to compare the lachrymal duct probing technique after canalicular dilation canalicular with viscoelastic gel or with direct probing. Methods: prospective, analytical and non-concurrent cohort study carried out in 136 eyes from patients with congenital nasolachrymal duct obstruction, who were seen at the ophthalmological pediatric service in Pepe Portilla teaching pediatric hospital located in Pinar del Rio and who underwent lachrymal duct probing in the period of January, 2008 through July,2013. Two study groups were formed with 68 eyes each, one treated with direct probing, and the other with previous dilation of the excretory duct with viscoelastic gel. Results: the first group showed some complications in 45,59 percent of patients; 54,41 percent recovered and 32,35 percent were reoperated. In the second group, 97,92 percent managed to recover without complications, including 6 eyes from patients older than 3 years. It was necessary to re-operate a patient. Conclusions: nasolachrymal duct probing after dilation with Healon minimizes complications and need for reoperation, thus facilitating its use in patients aged over 3 years(AU)


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Humans , Infant , Child, Preschool , Dacryocystitis/complications , Dacryocystorhinostomy/methods , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/diagnosis , Cohort Studies , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Prospective Studies
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Rev. bras. oftalmol ; 75(1): 30-33, jan.-fev. 2016. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-771124

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RESUMO Objetivo: Avaliar a relação entre a idade da intervenção cirúrgica em pacientes portadores de obstrução congênita das vias lacrimais e o sucesso obtido pelos mesmos. Métodos: Foram estudados 94 prontuários de pacientes com diagnóstico de obstrução congênita de vias lacrimais, assistidos no setor de oculoplástica do Hospital de Olhos do Paraná, no período de janeiro de 2006 a dezembro de 2012. Para diagnóstico e inclusão na pesquisa foram realizados a anamnese, exames oftalmológico geral e específico utilizando o Teste de Milder e o Teste de Obtenção de Fluoresceína na Orofaringe. Para determinar o tipo de intervenção (sondagem ou intubação) foram utilizados os critérios do serviço. Na análise estatística foram utilizados o teste de qui-quadrado e o teste t de Student e adotado o nível de significância de 5%. Resultados: Quando comparados os resultados por idade, independente do tratamento, não houve associação significativa (p=0,223) entre a taxa de melhora e a idade. Conclusão: No presente estudo não houve diferença significativa entre a intervenção cirúrgica e as faixas etárias abordadas.


ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the relationship between age at surgery in patients with congenital lacrimal obstruction and success achieved by them. Methods: We studied 94 medical records of patients diagnosed with congenital lacrimal obstructions, assisted at the oculoplastic sector of the Hospital de Olhos do Paraná, in the period january 2006 to december 2012. For diagnosis and inclusion in the study, the clinical history were made, overall and specific ophthalmologic examination, with the tests: Milder and Observation Test of Fluorescein in the Oropharynx. To determine the type of intervention (probing or intubation) service criteria were used. In the statistical analysis, the chi-square and Student’s t test were used. Significance level of 5 % was adopted. Results: When comparing the results by age, regardless of treatment, there was no significant association (p = 0.223) between the rate of improvement and age. Conclusions: In the present study shows, there is no significant difference between the surgical interventions within the age groups addressed.


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Humans , Male , Female , Infant , Child, Preschool , Dacryocystorhinostomy , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/congenital , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/diagnosis , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Nasolacrimal Duct/abnormalities , Nasolacrimal Duct/surgery , Pharynx , Silicones , Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures/methods , Tears , Medical Records , Retrospective Studies , Fluoresceins , Intubation/methods
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Rev. otorrinolaringol. cir. cabeza cuello ; 75(3): 207-212, dic. 2015. ilus, tab
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: lil-771690

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Introducción: La obstrucción congénita del ducto nasolacrimal (DNL) es motivo de consulta frecuente en menores de un año. Se encuentra en 6% de los recién nacidos, la mayoría de las veces secundario a la persistencia de una membrana mucosa en la porción distal del DNL (membrana de Hassner). Generalmente se presenta como epífora patológica, es decir, presente después del 3º mes de vida. Esta obstrucción puede evolucionar con resolución espontánea los primeros 12 meses de vida, requerir terapias complementarias o resolución quirúrgica. Objetivo: Analizar los casos de obstrucción de la vía lagrimal en población pediátrica usando sonda Monoka® en pacientes intervenidos en el Hospital Clínico de la Universidad de Chile, que consultaron por epifora; verificando tasas de éxito, complicaciones del procedimiento y seguimiento. Material y método: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo retrospectivo, incluyendo todos aquellos pacientes con diagnóstico de obstrucción de vía lagrimal, mayores de 24 meses de edad, que consultaron en el HCUCh entre julio 2012 y marzo 2014, que requiriesen resolución quirúrgica de su cuadro. Se realizó instalación de sonda Monoka® con la participación conjunta de oftalmología y otorrinolaringología. Resultados: Se reunieron 7 pacientes, obteniendo éxito de 85,7% (6) y 100% de mejoría respecto a los síntomas iniciales. Un paciente presentó una complicación intraoperatoria, definida como un sondeo frustro. La sonda permaneció instalada un promedio de 7,7 meses y fue retirada sin complicaciones. Conclusión: La instalación de sonda Monoka® como procedimiento quirúrgico destinado a la resolución de la obstrucción de vía lagrimal es una técnica sencilla, de fácil acceso, moderado costo y que constituye una solución exitosa para aquellos pacientes afectados. Presenta excelentes resultados a mediano plazo, sin recidiva de la obstrucción de la vía lagrimal y con baja tasa de complicaciones. Es una técnica exitosa que, luego de esta experiencia, podría ser considerada de primera línea en nuestro hospital para aquellos pacientes con diagnóstico de epífora patológica, mayores de 24 meses.


Introduction: Congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction (DNL) is frequent complaint in under a year. It is found in 6% of infants, the most often secondary to the persistence of a mucous membrane in the distal portion of the nasolacrimal duct (Hassner membrane). It usually occurs as pathological epifora present after the 3rd month of life. This obstruction can evolve spontaneously resolved the first 12 months of life, require complementary therapies or surgical treatment. Aim: To analyze where we have used the Monoka® probe in pediatric population operated in the Clinical Hospital of the University of Chile, who consulted for pathological epiphora; verifying success rates, procedure complications and monitoring. Material and method: A retrospective descriptive study, which were included all patients with the diagnosis of pathological epiphora over 12 months old, who consulted in the HCUCH between July 2012 and March 2014, that required surgical resolution of their condition. Monocanalicular installation silicone catheter was used with the joint participation of ophthalmology and otorhinolaryngology. Results: We had a total of 7 patients with a success rate of 85.7% (6) and 100% improvement over the initial symptoms. Only one patient presented an intraoperative complication, defined as failed intubation. The probe remained installed an average of 7.7 months and was removed without complications. Conclusions: The installation of Monoka® probe as surgical intervention to resolve the pathological epiphora is a simple, easily accessible and amoderate cost procedure. It's a successful solution for those patients affected. It has excellent mid-term results, no recurrence of obstruction of DNL and low complication rate. It is a successful technique that would be considered frontline in our hospital for patients diagnosed with pathological epiphora over 12 months old.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Child, Preschool , Child , Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures , Intubation/methods , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Nasolacrimal Duct/surgery , Postoperative Complications , Retrospective Studies , Follow-Up Studies , Treatment Outcome
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Arq. bras. oftalmol ; 78(3): 164-167, May-Jun/2015. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-753014

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ABSTRACT Purpose: The aim of this study was to explore the effect of age on the success of transcanalicular diode laser-assisted dacryocystorhinostomy (TCDCR). Methods: Seventy patients (70 eyes) who underwent transcanalicular diode laser-assisted dacryocystorhinostomy for the treatment of nasolacrimal duct obstruction as a primary surgery were included in this retrospective, nonrandomized study. The patients were divided into two groups according to age. Mean ages were 21.3 ± 3.3 in group 1 and 60.3 ± 7.3 in group 2. The records of the 3-, 6-, and 12-month follow-up examinations were evaluated, and the anatomical and functional outcomes were noted. Functional success was defined as the absence of epiphora as indicated by the patient. Anatomical success was determined as patency of the neo-ostium with irrigation. Results: At the 3-month follow-up, 67% cases in group 1 showed anatomical success and 52% showed functional success; in group 2, the rates were 100% and 92%, respectively. Functional and anatomical success rates were the same for both the 6- and 12-month visits; 46% in group 1 and 76% in group 2. The results in group 2 were significantly better at all three follow-up visits (p<0.05). Conclusions: This study clearly showed that the older patients experienced better transcanalicular diode laser-assisted dacryocystorhinostomy results than the younger patients. The diminished inflammatory response in the older population may be a possible contributing factor to these results. .


RESUMO Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo foi explorar o efeito da idade sobre o sucesso de dacriocistorrinostomia transcanalicular auxiliada por laser de diodo (TCDCR). Método: Setenta olhos de setenta pacientes submetidos dacriocistorrinostomia transcanalicular auxiliada por laser de diodo para o tratamento da obstrução nasolacrimal como cirurgia primária foram incluídos neste estudo retrospectivo, não randomizado. Os pacientes foram divididos em dois grupos segundo a idade. As idades médias foram 21,3 ± 3,3 no grupo 1 e 60,3 ± 7,3 no grupo 2. Os registros do acompanhamento pós-operatório aos três, seis e 12 meses, foram avaliados, observando resultados anatômicos e funcionais. Sucesso funcional foi definido como a ausência de lacrimejamento, conforme informado pelo paciente. Sucesso anatômico foi determinado como a permeabilidade do novo óstio à irrigação. Resultados: Nos três meses de acompanhamento, 67% dos casos no grupo 1 apresentou sucesso anatômico, e 52% mostraram sucesso funcional. No grupo 2, as taxas foram de 100% e 92%, respectivamente. Taxas de sucesso funcionais e anatômicas foram as mesmas para ambos os seis e 12 meses de visitas: 46% no grupo 1 e 76% no grupo 2. Os resultados do grupo 2 foram significativamente melhores em todas as três visitas pós-operatorias (p<0,05). Conclusões: Este estudo mostra claramente que os pacientes mais idosos apresentam melhores resultados à dacriocistorrinostomia transcanalicular auxiliada por laser de diodo comparados aos mais jovens. A resposta inflamatória diminuída na população mais velha é um possível fator que contribuiu para estes resultados. .


Subject(s)
Adult , Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Young Adult , Age Factors , Dacryocystorhinostomy/methods , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Lasers, Semiconductor/therapeutic use , Nasolacrimal Duct/surgery , Cicatrix/complications , Follow-Up Studies , Operative Time , Postoperative Complications , Postoperative Period , Protective Factors , Retrospective Studies , Silicones/therapeutic use , Treatment Outcome
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Korean Journal of Ophthalmology ; : 368-374, 2015.
Article in English | WPRIM | ID: wpr-55934

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PURPOSE: This study investigated the surgical outcomes of canalicular trephination combined with endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) in patients with a distal or common canalicular obstruction. It also identified the factors affecting surgical success rates associated with this technique. METHODS: We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of 57 patients (59 eyes) in whom a canalicular obstruction was encountered during endoscopic DCR. All patients were treated with endoscopic DCR, followed by canalicular trephination and silicone tube placement. The surgical outcome was categorized as a functional success according to the patient's subjective assessment of symptoms, including epiphora, and as an anatomical success according to a postoperative nasolacrimal duct irrigation test. Surgical success rates were compared based on age, sex, location of the obstruction, number of silicone tubes, and experience of the surgeon. RESULTS: Functional success was achieved in 55 of 59 eyes (93%) at one month, 50 eyes (84%) at three months, and 46 eyes (78%) at six months. Anatomical success was achieved in 58 of 59 eyes (98%) at one month, 52 eyes (88%) at three months, and 50 eyes (84%) at six months. There was a statistically significant difference in surgical outcome according to the experience of the surgeon. The anatomical success rate at the six-month follow-up exam was 95.4% in the >5 years of experience group, and 53.3% in the <5 years of experience group (p = 0.008, Pearson chi-square test). CONCLUSIONS: The success rate of canalicular trephination combined with endoscopic DCR in patients with a distal or common canalicular obstruction decreased gradually during the six-month follow-up period. In particular, patients undergoing procedures with experienced surgeons tended to show excellent surgical outcomes at the six-month follow-up exam.


Subject(s)
Adult , Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Young Adult , Dacryocystorhinostomy/methods , Follow-Up Studies , Lacrimal Apparatus/surgery , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Natural Orifice Endoscopic Surgery , Postoperative Complications , Retrospective Studies , Treatment Outcome
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Rev. bras. oftalmol ; 73(4): 243-245, Jul-Aug/2014. graf
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-730581

ABSTRACT

A dacriocistocele representa uma rara anomalia congênita da região medial da órbita, causada pela obstrução distal (ao nível da válvula de Hasner) e proximal (ao nível da válvula de Rosenmüller) da via lacrimal, com subsequente dilatação do saco lacrimal. Recebe o nome de mucocele, quando seu conteúdo representa muco, ou amniocele, quando o seu conteúdo é preenchido por fluido amniótico. Acomete somente 0.1% das crianças, com obstrução do ducto lácrimonasal, sendo comumente unilateral e mais frequente no sexo feminino e com predisposição familiar. O diagnóstico é realizado pelas características clínicas: lesão cística tensa, abaixo do tendão cantal medial, de coloração azulacinzentada, rósea ou vermelha acompanhada por epífora desde o nascimento. No entanto podemos utilizar exames de imagem para diagnosticar esta anomalia congênita tais como: tomografia computadorizada, ressonância magnética e ultrassonografia.


The dacryocystocele represents a rare congenital anomaly in the medial region of the orbit caused by distal obstruction (Hasner valve) and proximal (valve Rosenmüller) of the lacrimal system causing dilation of the lacrimal sac. Mucocele is called when the content is mucus and amniocele when the content is filled with amniótico fluid. The incidence is only 0.1% in children with nasolacrimal duct obstruction. It is commonly unilateral and more frequent in women with familial predisposition. The diagnosis is made by clinical features: tense cystic lesion below the medial canthal tendon, blue-gray, pink or red color with epiphora since birth. However we can use image tests to diagnose this congenital anomaly such as tomography computerized, magnetic resonance and ultrasonography.


Subject(s)
Humans , Female , Infant, Newborn , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/congenital , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/diagnosis , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Nasolacrimal Duct/abnormalities , Nasolacrimal Duct/diagnostic imaging , Bandages , Ultrasonography , Fluorescein , Slit Lamp Microscopy , Hot Temperature/therapeutic use , Massage/methods
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Arq. bras. oftalmol ; 72(5): 669-672, set.-out. 2009. ilus, tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-534189

ABSTRACT

OBJETIVO: Verificar o resultado da técnica, inédita no Brasil, de dilatação do ducto lacrimonasal usando cateter-balão para tratamento da obstrução congênita do ducto lacrimonasal. MÉTODOS: Foram tratadas crianças com idade entre dois e cinco anos, com obstrução congênita de vias lacrimais usando o cateter-balão (Lacricath®) para dilatação das vias lacrimais. O cateter foi introduzido pelo ponto lacrimal superior, sob anestesia geral. RESULTADOS: Entre os 27 olhos tratados, 23 apresentaram desaparecimento dos sinais e sintomas de lacrimejamento (taxa de sucesso de 85,2 por cento). Todos os procedimentos foram realizados sem intercorrências e o seguimento pós-operatório mínimo foi de um ano. CONCLUSÃO: A dilatação com balão mostrou-se segura e eficiente como primeiro procedimento para os casos de obstrução congênita das vias lacrimais em crianças com mais de dois anos.


Purpose: To verify the results of balloon-catheter dilatation for the treatment of congenital lacrimal duct obstruction. To the best of author's knowledge this procedure has not been previously used in Brazil and deserves scientific studies. METHODS: Children between 2 and 5 years old, with congenital lacrimal duct obstruction, were treated with balloon-catheter dilatation (Lacricath®). Catheter was introduced by the superior lacrimal punctum, under general anesthesia. RESULTS: Twenty-seven eyes were treated and 23 presented total improvement of epiphora signs and symptoms (85.2 percent success rate). During a one year follow-up, all the procedures had good outcomes, without complications and all the children had 1 year of follow-up. CONCLUSION: Balloon-catheter dilatation is an efficient and safe procedure and might be used for congenital lacrimal duct obstruction treatment in children older than 2 years.


Subject(s)
Child, Preschool , Female , Humans , Male , /methods , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , /instrumentation , Follow-Up Studies , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/congenital , Prospective Studies , Treatment Outcome
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Arq. bras. oftalmol ; 72(1): 75-78, jan.-fev. 2009. graf, tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-510025

ABSTRACT

OBJETIVO: Apresentar os resultados do tratamento da obstrução nasolacrimal congênita com a massagem hidrostática de Crigler. MÉTODOS: Cento e oitenta e seis crianças com idade de até 32 meses com obstrução nasolacrimal congênita foram estudadas retrospectivamente de 1990 a 2005. O procedimento foi repetido três vezes em cada sessão, com intervalo de uma semana entre as sessões. A análise foi realizada com o programa informatizado EPI INFO versão 6.04. A significância estatística foi avaliada pela aplicação dos testes do qui-quadrado e Kruskal-Wallis. RESULTADOS: A faixa de idade predominante nos dois sexos foi de 1 a 5 meses (56,4 por cento), a localização foi bilateral em 36,3 por cento, do lado direito em 34,1 por cento e do lado esquerdo em 29,6 por cento. A epífora estava presente em 100 por cento dos casos e secreção em 56,5 por cento. Curaram com uma sessão 43,6 por cento dos casos, com duas 23,3 por cento, com três 17,4 por cento e com 4 e 5 ou mais sessões 5,8 por cento e 9,0 por cento dos pacientes, respectivamente. Os 14 pacientes que não responderam a massagem foram tratados com sondagem. CONCLUSÃO: A massagem hidrostática de Crigler é efetiva para a obstrução nasolacrimal congênita.


PURPOSE: To present the success rate in treating congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction with hydrostatic pressure (Crigler method). METHODS: Clinical data from 186 children aged up to 32 months treated from 1990 until 2005 were reviewed retrospectively. The procedure was repeated up to 3 times at a one week interval. Using EPI INFO version 6.04 software for analysis, data were tabulated and statistical significance was evaluated by applying chi-square and Kruskal-Wallis tests. RESULTS: Leading age group was 1 to 5 months old (56.4 percent) for males and females. Affection was bilateral in 36.3 percent, 34.1 percent on right side and 29.6 percent on the left side. All cases had epiphora and 56.5 percent presented mucopurulent discharge. Cure was achieved with one massage for 43.6 percent, 23.3 percent with two, 17.4 percent with three and, with 4 and 5+ sessions in respectively 5.8 percent and 9.0 percent. Those 14 cases who did not respond to massage were treated with probing. CONCLUSION: The Crigler method was effective in managing congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction cases.


Subject(s)
Child, Preschool , Female , Humans , Infant , Infant, Newborn , Male , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/congenital , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Massage/standards , Nasolacrimal Duct/abnormalities , Age Distribution , Brazil/epidemiology , Chi-Square Distribution , Hydrostatic Pressure , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/epidemiology , Massage/methods , Retrospective Studies , Treatment Outcome
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Hormozgan Medical Journal. 2008; 12 (3): 197-200
in English, Persian | IMEMR | ID: emr-86684

ABSTRACT

We aimed to determine the success rate of conventional massage in congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction. 45 children attending to eye clinic with congenital nasolacriml duct obstruction initially were treated with Crigler massage ad conventional procedure. We therefore evaluated the effect of the implemented message upon one week. The overall success rate in all age groups was 84.4%, whereas it was 100% in group 1 [under 8 months], 75% in group 2 [8-12 months] and 100% in group 3 [13-24 months]. One eye did not response to treatment. Congenital nasolariml duct obstruction was more common in girls than boys and left eye involvement was more prevalent than right eye. Conservative treatment of nasolacrimal duct obstruction as a conventional procedure by ophthalmologist could be an efficient outcome


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Massage , Eye , Treatment Outcome , Disease Management
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Journal of Sabzevar School of Medical Sciences. 2007; 14 (3): 154-158
in Persian | IMEMR | ID: emr-83570

ABSTRACT

Congenital nosolachrymal duct obstruction is one of the common disorders characterized by tearing and mucoid or mucopurulent discharge in children. The most common site of obstruction is the Hasner Value. About 20% of infants suffer from tearing which spontaneously improves within the first year of life in 90%. As there is no risk of aspiration with the air injection, it was adopted for comparison with saline injection. Therefore, this research was conducted to compare the success rate of the conventional method [probing with irrigation] and the air injection in infants. This study was conducted as clinical trial in which 61 patients [with the age range of 9-24 months] [76 eyes] with congenital nosolachrymal duct obstruction, not responding to conservative treatment, was randomly assigned into one of the two groups. They were assessed before and after probing using Munk's scale. Their follow-up included lachrymal massage and antibiotic drops and assessment in 2 weeks, one month and three months after probing. A few cases were excluded from the study for irregular follow-up participations. Chisquare was used for data analysis. Out of 34 male eyes and 42 female eyes, 33 and 42 eyes recovered respectively upon the final follow-up [three months after probing]. Out of 30 patients probed with saline, after two weeks, 31 eyes [86.1%] recovered after two weeks; 34 eyes [94.4%] after one month and 34 eyes [94.4%] after three months. Out of 31 patients poobed with air injection, the recovery rates after two weeks, one month and three months follow-up, 33 eyes [82.5%], 38 eyes [95%] and 38 [95%] respectively. As three is no risk of aspiration with the air injection and the outcomes are similar to the irrigation method, the researchers recommend probing with air injection to be substituted to saline irrigation


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Child , Nasolacrimal Duct/abnormalities , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Air , Therapeutic Irrigation , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/surgery
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Rev. imagem ; 28(4): 253-256, out.-dez. 2006. ilus
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-542006

ABSTRACT

Neste artigo são descritos três casos de pacientes que apresentavam epífora, os quais foram submetidos à realização de estudo dacriocistográfico e se tornaram assintomáticos, sem a necessidade de qualquer outro procedimento ou medicamento. Ressalta-se o potencial terapêutico do método, pois a literatura sobre este assunto é escassa em crianças e nenhuma em adultos.


We describe three cases of patients that presented epiphora having been submitted the accomplishment of dacryocystographic study, which ones turned asymptomatic after the accomplishment of the exam, without any other procedure or medicine. The therapeutic potential of the method is stood out, once the literature onthis subject is scarce in children and none in adults.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Middle Aged , Dacryocystorhinostomy , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy
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Arq. bras. oftalmol ; 68(2): 241-244, mar.-abr. 2005. tab, graf
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-402522

ABSTRACT

OBJETIVO: Avaliar a chance de cura da obstrução nasolacrimal congênita de acordo com a idade em que se deu o início da epífora e o tratamento efetuado. MÉTODOS: Quarenta crianças portadoras de obstrução nasolacrimal congênita, atendidas no período de 1997 a 1999, foram estudadas retrospectivamente, avaliando-se: idade do início da epífora, tratamento efetuado e possibilidade de cura. Os dados foram submetidos à análise estatística e usou-se o teste de proporções binomiais para contrastes entre e dentro de populações. RESULTADOS: A proporção de cura foi menor quando a epífora se iniciou em idade superior a 4 meses de vida, havendo possibilidade de cura com massagem e/ou sondagem em mesmas proporções, sendo possível obter cura também em crianças com idade superior a 3 anos de vida. CONCLUSAO: Os resultados mostram que a possibilidade de cura sofre a influência da época do início da epífora e que o tratamento com massagem ou sondagem pode ser efetivo, mesmo em crianças com idade superior a 3 anos de idade.


Subject(s)
Humans , Infant , Child, Preschool , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/congenital , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/therapy , Age of Onset , Lacrimal Duct Obstruction/epidemiology , Retrospective Studies , Treatment Outcome
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