Conjunctivochalasis: a surgical technique

Conjunctivochalasis can be surgically corrected when it gives an appearance of a moist eye, produces tearing by mechanical obstruction of the lower punctum, or if it impedes the normal outflow of the lacrimal film. We present a surgical technique that provides a satisfactory anatomical reconstructio...

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Published in:	Ophthalmic surgery Vol. 20; no. 12; p. 883
Main Authors:	Serrano, F, Mora, L M
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-12-1989
Subjects:	Conjunctival Diseases - surgery Cysts - surgery Humans Lacrimal Apparatus - surgery Methods Tears - secretion
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Summary:	Conjunctivochalasis can be surgically corrected when it gives an appearance of a moist eye, produces tearing by mechanical obstruction of the lower punctum, or if it impedes the normal outflow of the lacrimal film. We present a surgical technique that provides a satisfactory anatomical reconstruction, does not leave a deformity, and will not lead to a retraction that could produce a cicatricial ectropion. We stress the importance of a complete ophthalmologic examination to rule out more common causes of tearing.
ISSN:	0022-023X