Lacrimal disease.

Several authors have investigated the success of nasolacrimal duct intubation in children as well as the length of time for tubes to remain in place. The treatment of congenital amniocele with potential for life-threatening septicemia has been investigated. Other topics have included the bacteriology of dacryocystitis emphasizing the risk of endophthalmitis after intraocular surgery, balloon treatment for functional nasolacrimal duct obstruction, anatomical measurements of the lacrimal system relative to intracranial space, and new procedures for punctal stenosis. Diagnostic tests for epiphora and methods of punctal occlusion are evaluated.