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| Procedure perfromed when the nasolacrimal duct is obstructed by fibrous tissue or bone and has become impermeable, to establish a new communication pathway between the lacrimal sac and the nose |
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| secretes tears that keep the conjunctiva moist and its excretory ducts. Located within the upper eyelid |
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| Supine, arms tucked, table in reverse. Trendelenburg position. |
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| General due to the length of the procedure. |
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| Rake retractors or 4-0 traction suture in the skin. |
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| What is done when a burr is used to keep field clear of debris and provide cooling of tissues? |
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| How many ducts exit the lacrimal gland? |
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| Names of the 2 lacrimal canals |
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| superior and inferior canaliculi |
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| What might the surgeon use to ensure patency during healing? |
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| How many closures are there? |
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| 2. Muscle layer closed with 5-0 absorbable sutures. Skin colsed using 6-0 nylon. |
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