Lacrimal disorders and surgery: historical perspectives.

The history and evolution of lacrimal surgeries has been a fascinating journey. And yet, as we move forward on this path in time, it appears not to have attracted students in sufficient numbers. This article provides a comprehensive history of surgical interventions for lacrimal disorders spanning the ancient and medieval eras as well as its snapshot in modern times. The article also acquaints the readers with both lacrimal surgeons of the early days and important treatises on lacrimal surgery that together contributed to its advancement.