Orbital emphysema: an unusual complication of balloon dacryocystoplasty.
Balloon dacryocystoplasty is a procedure used in the treatment of partial nasolacrimal duct obstruction. A case of orbital emphysema following one such procedure is reported here. The risk factors associated with this rare event are highlighted.
Ajit
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Department of Ophthalmology, Royal Bolton Hospital, Minerva Road, Bolton BL4 0JR, UK.
Inkster
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Tuck
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Mortzos
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D000368:Aged; D002404:Catheterization / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003608:Dacryocystorhinostomy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004646:Emphysema / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009916:Orbital Diseases / Q000209:etiology*