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The International Journal on Orbital Disorders, Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery
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Review Article

A Review of the Complications of Lacrimal Occlusion with Punctal and Canalicular Plugs

Rabia BourkizaOphthalmology Department, Central Middlesex Hospital, Middlesex, London, UK
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Vickie LeeOphthalmology Department, Central Middlesex Hospital, Middlesex, London, UKCorrespondence[email protected]
Pages 86-93 | Received 13 Mar 2011, Accepted 05 Dec 2011, Published online: 10 Apr 2012

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