Comparing balloon inflation points for tear duct surgery
Part of Ear, nose & throat, Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using four balloon inflation points during tear duct surgery works better than the standard two points for people with blocked tear ducts. It aims to improve tear drainage and reduce symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You have a blocked tear duct that started recently (not from an injury or other cause).
- You are not pregnant.
- You have not had any previous surgery or procedure on your tear duct.
- You do not have an active infection or mass in your tear duct area.
- You do not have narrowing of the tear duct opening near your eye.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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