Congenital Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction
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DOS Times Vol. 12, No. 10 April, 2007 Congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction is the most common cause of epiphora in children. In the majority of cases, it is due to an obstruction at the lower end of the NLD. The Ophthalmologist should have the throrough understanding of the developmental anatomy, abnormalities of the nasolacrimal system and other congenital disorders for appropriate diagnosis and management of the conditions.
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