Nasal-oropharyngoscopy: a simple test to evaluate lacrimal duct function in children.
Obstruction of the lacrimal drainage system is a common problem in pediatric ophthalmology. We describe a simple office test which allows the patency of the lacrimal drainage system to be visualized.
Gammon
J A
JA
Wilmeth
J P
JP
Guo
S Q
SQ
Gemmill
M
M
D002675:Child, Preschool; D019793:Fluorescein; D005452:Fluoresceins; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007765:Lacrimal Apparatus / Q000502:physiology*; D007767:Lacrimal Duct Obstruction / Q000175:diagnosis*; D009296:Nasal Cavity; D009885:Ophthalmology / Q000379:methods*; D009960:Oropharynx
D005452:Fluoresceins; D019793:Fluorescein