title: External dacryocystorhinostomy: Tips and tricks.
abstract: Dacryocystorhinostomy or DCR is one of the most common oculoplastics surgery performed. It is a bypass procedure that creates an anastomosis between the lacrimal sac and the nasal mucosa via a bony ostium. It may be performed through an external skin incision or intranasally with or without endoscopic visualization. This article will discuss the indications, goals, and simple techniques for a successful outcome of an external DCR.
authors: Ophthalmic Plastics Service, L.V. Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India.
authors: Mohammad Javed
authors: MJ
authors: Ali
authors: Milind N
authors: MN
authors: Naik
authors: Santosh G
authors: SG
authors: Honavar
keywords: Congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction; dacryocystorhinostomy; primary acquired nasolacrimal duct obstruction; secondary acquired lacrimal duct obstruction