Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4123139 | Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery | 2008 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
With the recent proliferation of endoscopic surgical techniques, there has been renewed interest in performing dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) via an intranasal endoscopic approach. Advantages of endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy (EDCR) include: excellent visualization, the ability to thoroughly evaluate the location and size of the rhinostomy site, and the avoidance of a facial scar. EDCR is a safe and effective alternative to traditional external DCR surgery, and offers comparable success rates.
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Authors
Raj Sindwani, Ralph B. Metson,