Lacrimal Drainage Disorders

Lacrimal or tearing disorders are among the most common conditions encountered by ophthalmologists. The close relationship between the eyes and the nose demand an interdisciplinary approach to nasolacrimal disorders. This book is a step-by-step guide to the surgical management of lacrimal disorders. Beginning with an introduction to lacrimal anatomy, system and lateral wall of the nose, physiology of the lacrimal system, and imaging in lacrimal drainage system, the following chapters describe surgical procedures for different disorders. This reference book is highly illustrated with images and diagrams to enhance learning. As with many of these procedures, the disorders sound minor but the patients' lives are seriously affected. By broadening the scope of the subject, the author of Lacrimal Drainage Surgery, meet the needs of oculoplastic surgeons, ophthalmologists, residents and fellows who are learning these special procedures.