Nasolacrimal Duct Surgery Introduction

Nasolacrimal Duct Surgery is an ophthalmic procedure used to treat blockage or narrowing of the tear drainage system. The surgery helps restore the normal flow of tears from the eye into the nasal cavity. It may involve probing, dilation, stent placement, or creation of a new drainage pathway depending on the condition.

Restoring Normal Tear Drainage Through Precision Lacrimal Surgery

The procedure is performed under local or general anesthesia depending on the patient’s age, condition, and surgical complexity. The eye and surrounding area are prepared with antiseptic solutions and covered using sterile Nivda Ophthalmic Drapes to maintain a clean and controlled surgical field. The surgeon identifies the blocked or narrowed lacrimal passage and uses fine probes or dilation instruments to reopen the drainage pathway. In procedures such as dacryocystorhinostomy, a new connection is created between the lacrimal sac and nasal cavity to bypass the obstruction and restore tear drainage. Silicone tubes or stents may be placed temporarily to keep the reconstructed pathway open during healing. After confirming satisfactory drainage and completing the procedure, sterile ophthalmic disposables are used to protect the surgical area and support postoperative recovery.