title: A novel technique of Jones tube fixation for refractory tube extrusion.
abstract: One of the major complications of conjunctivodacryocystorhinostomy is Jones tube extrusion postoperatively. Various tube modifications have been described to promote tube stability. While these variants have been shown to be successful; on occasion, tube extrusion can be recurrent, leading to patient and surgeon frustration and ongoing symptoms. In this case report the author's describe a method of Jones tube fixation which mechanically prevents tube extrusion.
authors.affiliation: Spalding Dr. Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology, Beverly Hills, California 90212, USA. gmnassry@aol.com
authors.forename: Guy G
authors.initials: GG
authors.lastname: Massry
authors.forename: Babak
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Larian
mesh_terms: D003228:Conjunctiva / Q000601:surgery*; D003608:Dacryocystorhinostomy / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D005548:Foreign-Body Migration / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D007440:Intubation / Q000295:instrumentation*; D008875:Middle Aged; D012086:Reoperation; D013536:Suture Techniques