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(Q10.5) Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
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75 005 in individuals diagnosis congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct confirmed
Diagnosis congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct is diagnosed Men are 8.32% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-34, 40-64, 70-79, 85-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 35-39, 65-69, 80-84, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 55-74, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-54, 75-79
Disease Features congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct - what does this mean
Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct is a rare condition that occurs when the tear ducts, which normally drain tears from the eyes to the nose, become abnormally narrow or blocked. this can cause the eyes to become dry and irritated, and can lead to recurrent infections.
What happens during the disease - congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
Congenital stenosis and stricture of the lacrimal duct is a condition in which the tear ducts are abnormally narrow, resulting in a blockage of the normal flow of tears. this condition is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, including abnormal development of the tear ducts in the fetus, inflammation of the tear ducts due to infection, and trauma to the tear ducts during birth. this can lead to an accumulation of tears in the eye, leading to redness, irritation, and discharge.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the eyes and surrounding tissues
- Ophthalmoscopy to check for any obstruction in the tear ducts
- MRI or CT scan to check for any narrowing of the tear ducts
- Dacryocystography to check for any blockages in the tear ducts
- Lacrimal duct probing to check for any strictures or stenosis
- Endoscopic evaluation of the tear ducts
- Lacrimal irrigation to check for any blockages in the tear ducts
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To improve the drainage of tears from the eye, and reduce symptoms of dryness and irritation.
- Tear duct probing and irrigation
- Lacrimal stenting
- Lacrimal intubation
- Lacrimal dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)
- Laser therapy
- Surgery to remove the obstruction
5 Days of Hospitalization Required
196 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct is to ensure that pregnant mothers receive adequate prenatal care, including regular check-ups and screenings. additionally, mothers should receive nutritional counseling and guidance to ensure that they are taking in the necessary vitamins and minerals for a healthy pregnancy.