title: Lacrimal canaliculoscopy: development of the instrument.
abstract: We have developed an endoscopic device for use in the lacrimal drainage system. The device employs a flexible, small-calibre fibreoptic cable that can easily negotiate the canalicular system. The device can be used in conjunction with a video camera and monitor for simultaneous viewing. The endoscope can be used alone for the diagnosis of lacrimal disorders. Possible future applications include laser treatment of lacrimal disorders.
authors.affiliation: Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto.
authors.forename: M E
authors.initials: ME
authors.lastname: Ashenhurst
authors.forename: J J
authors.initials: JJ
authors.lastname: Hurwitz
mesh_terms: D003608:Dacryocystorhinostomy; D019723:Endoscopes; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D007766:Lacrimal Apparatus Diseases / Q000473:pathology*