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Functional Obstructions of the Lacrimal System

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Functional obstructions of lacrimal drainage systems are an under diagnosed entity. Epiphora in the presence of a patent lacrimal pathway and absence of alternative etiology could be the simplest description. Nomenclature has been confusing since functional issues of lacrimal system have been poorly defined. The current chapter describes the clinical examinations, investigations, management, and outcomes of functional epiphora.

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Ali, M.J. (2018). Functional Obstructions of the Lacrimal System. In: Ali, M. (eds) Principles and Practice of Lacrimal Surgery. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-5442-6_16

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