DCR

 

A DCR is an operation on the tear ducts to help improve drainage of tears from the eye to the nose. It is usually performed when there is a blockage in the main tear duct between the eye and the nose (the nasolacrimal duct), that has caused the eye to water and sometimes become infected. It is also sometimes performed when there is a partial blockage to improve tear drainage.

 

Anesthesia

General anesthetic

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Hospital Stay

Usually overnight stay is not required

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Duration of Operation

30-45min

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Minimum Stay

7 days