title: A simplified method of monocanalicular silicone intubation.
abstract: We present a simplified method of monocanalicular silicone intubation for the repair of single canaliculus lacerations. A monocanalicular loop of tubing running from the punctum, through the lacerated canaliculus, and out the cutdown site over the lacrimal sac, provides a secure silicone tube stent.
authors.affiliation: Friedenwald Eye Institute, Maryland General Hospital, Baltimore 21201.
authors.forename: R F
authors.initials: RF
authors.lastname: Dibble
authors.forename: S D
authors.initials: SD
authors.lastname: Friedel
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D006801:Humans; D007440:Intubation / Q000379:methods*; D007765:Lacrimal Apparatus / Q000293:injuries; D012826:Silicone Elastomers; D015607:Stents; D014945:Wound Healing
chemical_list: D012826:Silicone Elastomers