Evaluating the cause of epiphora prior to treatment is imperative to a successful outcome (Figures 1 and 2).

Submandibular gland autotransplantation is effective for treating severe dry eye syndrome. However, more than 40% of patients show epiphora within 3−6 months after treatment. The mechanism underlying ...

Medically reviewed by Andrew Greenberg, MD Epiphora is excessive eye watering (tearing). It is related to physical issues resulting in either the overproduction of tears or the failure of tears to ...

Integrative oncology is an evidence-based field of cancer care that utilizes mind-body practices, natural products and/or lifestyle modifications from different traditions alongside conventional ...

The causes of epiphora are varied in nature. This review looks at specific causes of tearing overflow as well as new treatment modalities.

ABSTRACT Purpose: Congenital epiphora can be related to anomalies of the nasolacrimal duct. This study aimed to assess the distal end of the nasolacrimal duct and the outcomes of endoscopic treatment ...

Radical treatment proved to be life-saving in four of our six patients. As soon as the diagnosis of a melanoma recurrence in the lacrimal drainage system or nose is diagnosed, the absence of local ...

Aim To report the underlying causes and treatment outcome of lacrimal drainage obstruction in patients with cancer-associated epiphora. Methods A single-centre retrospective review was performed for ...

Allopathic medicine is a phrase used for modern or mainstream medicine. It's a term most often used by alternative medicine practitioners. Learn more.