Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Punctal Plugs

Small devices that are inserted into the tear ducts (NASOLACRIMAL DUCTS). They are used to block the drainage of TEARS for the treatment of DRY EYE SYNDROMES.

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Abstract

Small devices that are inserted into the tear ducts (NASOLACRIMAL DUCTS). They are used to block the drainage of TEARS for the treatment of DRY EYE SYNDROMES.

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15 entry terms
  • Plug, Punctal
  • Plugs, Punctal
  • Punctal Plug
  • Collagen Punctal Plugs
  • Silicone Punctal Plugs
  • Collagen Punctal Plug
  • Plug, Collagen Punctal
  • Plug, Silicone Punctal
  • Plugs, Collagen Punctal
  • Plugs, Silicone Punctal
  • Punctal Plug, Collagen
  • Punctal Plug, Silicone
  • Punctal Plugs, Collagen
  • Punctal Plugs, Silicone
  • Silicone Punctal Plug

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14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, microbiology, parasitology, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, supply & distribution, trends, veterinary, virology.

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History Note

2017

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Previous Indexing

  • Prostheses and Implants (1987-2016)

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  1. E07w.695w.698w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Punctal Plugs. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D000070635. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D000070635
  2. Punctal Plugs. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punctal_plug
  3. Punctal Plugs. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q7260019