SUMMARY
The authors present a simple and low cost alternative for correction of canalicular injuries, that is, the Johnson wire stent-by hand made. This stent is made of a 22 g x 11/4 needle in order to maintain proper alignment of an anastomosis and to prevent postlaceration stricture.
Keywords:
Canalicular injury; Eyelid trauma; Canalicular stents; Lacrimal surgery; Lacrimal drainage