Dacryocystogram Treatment in India
About Dacryocystogram
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive and outpatient procedure with no surgical incisions.Provides real-time, dynamic visualization of the entire tear drainage pathway.Highly accurate in locating the site and cause of blockage (e.g., stricture, stone, tumor).Essential for planning corrective surgeries like DCR (Dacryocystorhinostomy).Typically quick, often completed within 15-30 minutes.Uses a safe, water-soluble contrast agent that is easily absorbed by the body./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent, unexplained watering of the eye (epiphora).
- Recurrent infections or inflammation of the tear sac (dacryocystitis).
- Suspected blockage (stenosis or obstruction) of the nasolacrimal duct.
- Evaluation prior to or following tear duct surgery (DCR).
- Assessment of congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction in infants.
- Investigation of trauma or injury affecting the tear drainage system.
- To rule out tumors or masses causing obstruction.
How to prepare
- Inform your doctor about all medications, allergies (especially to iodine or contrast dye), and any history of kidney problems.
- You may be asked to stop taking blood-thinning medications (like aspirin) a few days before, as advised by your physician.
- No fasting is usually required for a standard dacryocystogram.
- Remove any eye makeup or contact lenses before the procedure.
- A topical anesthetic (numbing eye drops) will be applied to your eye to minimize discomfort.
- You will be positioned lying down on the X-ray table, and you must remain still during image capture.
Risks & possible complications
- Mild, temporary discomfort, stinging, or a salty taste during dye injection.
- Minor bleeding from the puncta (tear duct opening).
- Risk of infection at the injection site, though very low.
- Allergic reaction to the contrast dye (rare; symptoms may include rash or itching).
- Extravasation (leakage) of contrast material into surrounding tissues, causing temporary swelling.
- Very rarely, the procedure can cause a false passage if the cannula is misplaced.
Recovery & hospital stay
- You can resume normal activities almost immediately after the procedure.
- You may experience slight blurry vision or mild irritation in the eye for a short period.
- Your doctor may prescribe antibiotic eye drops for a few days to prevent infection.
- Gently wipe away any residual contrast dye or discharge from the eyelid with a clean tissue.
- Avoid rubbing the eye vigorously for a few hours.
- Follow-up with your ophthalmologist or radiologist to discuss the results and next steps.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
0-1 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering dacryocystogram in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for dacryocystogram compare across other countries where we have data.
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Radiologists for Dacryocystogram
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