Outcomes of Canalicular Laceration Repair with Masterka Silicone Tube

To evaluate the outcomes of traumatic canalicular laceration repair using Masterka silicone tube. This interventional case series included 25 patients with traumatic canalicular laceration who underwent canalicular repair with Masterka tube. The patients were followed at least for 6 months. At last visit, anatomic and functional successes were assessed by diagnostic probing and asking the patients about tearing, respectively. Data corresponding to demographic features, surgical outcomes, and tube-related complications were recorded and analyzed. Mean patient age was 27.7±20.0 (range, 1.5-75) years. Nineteen (76%) patients were male and 10 had a history of sharp trauma. The lower canalicule was involved in 16 patients. Masterka tube was removed 12.43±1.72 (range, 10 to 16) weeks after the surgery. Premature tube loss occurred in patients. Anatomic and functional success rate was 84% and 100%, respectively. Canalicular laceration repair with Masterka tube is a safe and effective method with a low rate of complications, and according to the authors’ experience, is a fast and simple technique.