Many causes of epiphora are unrelated to anatomical problems in the nasolacrimal drainage apparatus. Problems in the upper lacrimal system have often been under-recognized as a cause of epiphora.
The Office of Civil Defense - Davao Region has identified poor drainage systems as the main culprit behind recent flooding incidents in the region, even without severe weather events. The OCD is now ...
One can divide lacrimal drainage system tests into functional and anatomical evaluations. The functional (physiological) tests are designed to assess tear flow under natural physiological ...
A spokesperson Gleeson said it was "aware of issues relating to the existing drainage system which has caused problems during recent extreme weather conditions". They added investigations had been ...