Forgotten but Tolerated: A 15-Year Retained Silicone Lacrimal Stent in a Pediatric Patient

Journal of Ophthalmology and Advance Research 2026 Open access

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Authors: Dr. Shreya Shah, Mehul A Shah, Burhannudin Fakhri, Nikita Balani, Riddhi Shah, Suprabha Chandran
DOI: 10.46889/joar.2026.7103
Cited by: 1
References: 2

Abstract

Silicone lacrimal intubation is an established treatment for Congenital Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction (CNLDO) and is typically removed within a few months after insertion. Long-term stent retention is extremely uncommon and may lead to canalicular injury, infection or granuloma formation. We report a rare case of a bicanalicular silicone tube retained for 15 years without major complications, underscoring the need for diligent postoperative follow-up and awareness of silent tube retention.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction Treatments Ocular Infections and Treatments Reconstructive Facial Surgery Techniques

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Ophthalmology and Advance Research
Publisher
Athenaeum Scientific Publishers
Volume
7
Issue
1
Pages
1–3
Publication date
25 January 2026