Dacryocystitis H04.3

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Inflammation of the lacrimal sac.

Etiopathogenesis
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Inflammation in the area of the nose or the paranasal sinuses.

Clinical features
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Swelling of the lower medial corner of the eye.

Therapy
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Ophthalmologic consult.

External therapy
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Ointments containing antibiotics such as gentamicin ointments(e.g. Refobacin), tetracycline ointment(e.g. aureomycin eye ointment) 4 times/day. Only after subsidence flushing and, if necessary, surgical repair of pus foci (dacryocystorhinostomy according to Toti). External therapy may be sufficient in case of light infestation.

Notice! In the acute stage no irrigations, as this may lead to further lesions and spread of the infection.

Internal therapy
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In the acute stage with severe infestation Dicloxacillin (e.g. InfectoStaph) 2-4 g/day p.o. in 3-4 ED over 10-14 days.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020