Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surgery to stop watery eyes in dogs and cats
By Covitz, D et al.·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association·1977·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Conjunctivorhinostomy: a surgical method for the control of epiphora in the dog and cat.
Plain-English summary
A surgical procedure called conjunctivorhinostomy was developed to help dogs and cats with excessive tearing, known as epiphora. This technique was performed on 21 pets, and while the results varied, it showed promise in reducing the symptoms. If your pet is experiencing watery eyes, this surgery might be a potential option to discuss with your veterinarian.
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Abstract
Conjunctivorhinostomy, a surgical technique for the control of epiphora, was developed for use in the dog and cat. The method was performed 32 times in 21 animals, with varying degrees of success. It was concluded that the technique has potential as an effective procedure.
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