When the tear ducts are blocked, tears cannot drain properly and patients experience persistent tearing, recurrent infections or inflammation of the tear sac. Surgery restores tear flow toward the nose.
What is it?
The most common procedure is dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR), which creates a new drainage pathway between the lacrimal sac and the nose. It can be performed externally or endoscopically.
Who is it for?
People with a prior diagnosis or suspicion of lacrimal duct surgery, or who have been referred for evaluation by their treating physician. Each case is reviewed individually before proposing a procedure.
How is it performed?
Performed in an operating room under local anesthesia with sedation, or general anesthesia depending on the case. It takes 60 to 90 minutes.
Recovery
Moderate swelling for the first days and follow-ups to ensure the new pathway remains open. Most people return to activities in 7-10 days.
