Early tear-duct opening versus massage for blocked tear ducts in babies
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to treat blocked tear ducts in newborns and infants: a gentle procedure to open the duct versus massage techniques. The goal is to see which approach works better with fewer complications.
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Who can take part
- Your baby has been diagnosed with a blocked tear duct (nasolacrimal duct obstruction) that is not caused by other problems
- Your baby does not have complications like infection, scarring, or other duct abnormalities
- Your baby is an infant (age varies—ask the study team for the exact age range)
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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