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Lacrimal Plugs - Photo Essay 5 : Discussion 1

Graham Lee
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Lacrimal Plugs - Photo Essay 5 : Discussion 1

Lacrimal plugs are useful in the management of dry eye syndrome. All designs however are flawed. This video discusses the risks of biofilm accumulation on and within the plug, resulting in irritation, inflammation and infection. These plugs need to be replaced to avoid serious complications.

Graham Lee

Brisbane, Australia

Professor Graham Lee is one of a few specialists in the world who have completed both corneal & external diseases (Moorfields Eye Hospital, London) and glaucoma fellowships (Birmingham and Midlands Eye Hospital, Birmingham).

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