Nasolacrimal balloon dacryoplasty versus nasolacrimal bi-canalicular intubation for the management of congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction with a previous failed probing or intubation: a retrospective study - Takeaways - MDSpire

Nasolacrimal balloon dacryoplasty versus nasolacrimal bi-canalicular intubation for the management of congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction with a previous failed probing or intubation: a retrospective study

  • By

  • Lamiaa Salem

  • Mohamed El Sada

  • Rawan Hosny

  • R. A. El-Essawy

  • May 22, 2026

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    Congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction (CNLDO) affects approximately 20% of newborns, with a 90% spontaneous resolution rate within the first year.

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    Treatment for CNLDO initially involves conservative measures, including observation, lacrimal massage, and topical antibiotics.

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    Probing has a success rate of 70%–97% for CNLDO, while nasolacrimal duct stent insertion shows a success rate of 79%–96%.

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    This study compares balloon dacryoplasty and bi-canalicular intubation for recurrent epiphora after failed initial CNLDO procedures.

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    Patients were grouped based on the procedure received, with allocation influenced by the availability of surgical instruments.

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Nasolacrimal balloon dacryoplasty versus nasolacrimal bi-canalicular intubation for the management of congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction with a previous failed probing or intubation: a retrospective study

  • by Lamiaa Salem, Mohamed El Sada, Rawan Hosny, R. A. El-Essawy

  • May 22, 2026

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