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The sensitivity and specificity of an epiphora score at predicting a blocked sac washout following dacryocystorhinostomy.

ΤίτλοςThe sensitivity and specificity of an epiphora score at predicting a blocked sac washout following dacryocystorhinostomy.
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2006
AuthorsMcCormick, A., Karkos P., & McCormick M.
JournalOrbit
Volume25
Issue2
Pagination127-8
Date Published2006 Jun
ISSN0167-6830
Λέξεις κλειδιάDacryocystorhinostomy, Humans, Lacrimal Duct Obstruction, Pain Measurement, Predictive Value of Tests, Probability, Sensitivity and Specificity
Abstract

In a prospective observational study, the sensitivity and specificity of an epiphora score, in predicting a patent sac washout following dacryocystorhinostomy are determined. Patients were examined in a joint otolaryngology/ophthalmology clinic for lacrimal syringing and nasal endoscopy. They completed a 0-10 visual analogue score to grade post operative symptoms. We conclude that due to the high specificity and low sensitivity of the score it is not a good predictor of patency following surgery and therefore no substitute for examining the patient.

DOI10.1080/01676830500526638
Alternate JournalOrbit
PubMed ID16754222

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