Article

Majority find lacrimal plugs beneficial without complications

Author(s):

Los Angeles-Insertion of the Herrick Lacrimal Plug (HLP, Lacrimedics, Eastsound, WA) appears to be trouble-free for the majority of patients, with significant complications wuch as pyogenic granuloma and probing occurring in less than 10% of cases, said John C. Affeldt, MD, MPH.

Newsletter

Don’t miss out—get Ophthalmology Times updates on the latest clinical advancements and expert interviews, straight to your inbox.

Related Videos
Abby Markward discusses the ASCRS Foundation and the ASCRS Annual Meeting
(Image credit: Ophthalmology Times) Inside ASCRS 2025: Francis S. Mah, MD, takes the helm with a vision for research, education, and advocacy
(Image credit: Ophthalmology Times) NeuroOp Guru: Cranial nerve six palsy with chemosis is a critical clue to cavernous carotid fistula
(Image credit: Ophthalmology Times) Neda Shamie_Controversies in Modern Eye Care 2025
© 2025 MJH Life Sciences

All rights reserved.