Pattern of indications, technique, complications in dacryocystectomy

Purpose: To report indications and success rates of Dacryocystectomy in a tertiary hospital. A prospective interventional study was conducted at the department of ophthalmology, Rajah Muthiah Medical College and Hospital, Annamalai Nagar, Chidambaram who underwent Dacryocystectomy. Data included patient demographics, indication for dacryocystectomy and complication at one month and six month postoperatively.
Results: 25 Dacryocystectomy surgeries were performed over the study period. The mean age of the patient was 61.28+/-6.7 years old, 68% patients were male, 52% surgeries were performed on the left side. Chronic dcaryocystitis was the most common indication for dacryocystectomy. Successful treatment was observed in 60% of patients remaining 40% presented with postoperative tearing and facial scaring.
Conclusion: The main indication for dacryocystectomy in our hospital was chronic dacryocystitis with good outcome for elderly patients.