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Lacrimal System Surgery

medical tourism Lacrimal System Surgery

Lacrimal system surgery, which addresses issues like blocked tear ducts, chronic tearing, or infections in the tear drainage system, has become an increasingly popular procedure within the realm of medical tourism. Patients seeking affordable yet high-quality care often travel abroad to countries known for their advanced ophthalmic facilities and experienced surgeons.

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Lacrimal Duct Probing Intubation (One Eye) - Tube is Included

Lacrimal Duct Probing Intubation (One Eye) - Tube is Included

Doctor(s):

Country: Iran

City: Mashhad

Visa: Yes

Hotel: 3 star, 4 star, 5 star

Transfer: Yes

Translator: Yes

Language: Arabic, English, Persian

Hospital:

Price: From: 600.00$

Duct Probing (Both Eyes)

Duct Probing (Both Eyes)

Doctor(s):

Country: Iran

City: Mashhad

Visa: Yes

Hotel: 3 star, 4 star, 5 star

Transfer: Yes

Translator: Yes

Language: Arabic, English, Persian

Hospital:

Price: From: 500.00$

Duct Probing (One Eye)

Duct Probing (One Eye)

Doctor(s):

Country: Iran

City: Mashhad

Visa: Yes

Hotel: 3 star, 4 star, 5 star

Transfer: Yes

Translator: Yes

Language: Arabic, English, Persian

Hospital:

Price: From: 400.00$

DCR: Dacryocystorhinostomy Surgery (One Eye)

DCR: Dacryocystorhinostomy Surgery (One Eye)

Doctor(s):

Country: Iran

City: Mashhad

Visa: Yes

Hotel: 3 star, 4 star, 5 star

Transfer: Yes

Translator: Yes

Language: Arabic, English, Persian

Hospital:

Price: From: 1,200.00$

Lacrimal System Surgery

Lacrimal system surgery corrects tear drainage disorders causing excessive tearing (epiphora) or infections (dacryocystitis). These procedures restore normal tear flow through delicate ducts, with >90% success rates in experienced hands.

Common Conditions Requiring Surgery

  • Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction (Congenital/age-related)
  • Dacryocystitis (Infected tear sac)
  • Punctal Stenosis (Blocked tear drainage openings)

Surgical Options

1. Minimally Invasive Procedures

  • Punctal Plugs – Temporary blockage for dry eyes
  • Balloon Dacryoplasty – Duct dilation (pediatric cases)

2. Major Surgeries

  • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) – Gold standard for blockages
    • External DCR (Skin incision)
    • Endoscopic DCR (No visible scars)
  • Canaliculoplasty – Repairs canalicular strictures

Who Needs Surgery?

Symptoms Indicating Need:

  • Chronic tearing interfering with vision
  • Recurrent eye infections
  • Mucopurulent discharge

Procedure & Recovery

  • Duration: 30-90 minutes (local/general anesthesia)
  • Recovery:
    • 1 week for endoscopic approaches
    • 2-3 weeks for external DCR

Advances in Tear Duct Surgery

  • Laser-Assisted DCR – Enhanced precision
  • Microendoscopic Techniques – Faster recovery
  • Bioabsorbable Stents – No removal needed