Nasal Endoscopic Evaluation

Abstract

Patients with lacrimal obstruction require a comprehensive ophthalmologic assessment to confirm the diagnosis. However, in addition, nasal examination should be considered obligatory in such patients, for evaluation of any concurrent intranasal pathology or anatomical variations, and therefore ophthalmologists practicing lacrimal surgery should familiarize themselves with the use of the nasal endoscopes. An examination with a nasal speculum and headlight provides only a limited view of the anterior nasal passages, and therefore rigid nasal endoscopy should be performed as part of the standard preoperative assessment.