Injection of Botulinum Toxin A in the Lacrimal Gland for Treatment of Epiphora in Crocodile Tears Syndrome - A Case Report.

Mario Lima-Fontes Mariana Leuzinger-DiasFernando Falcão-ReisCristina Sousa

Published in: International medical case reports journal (2022)

Since crocodile tears syndrome is rare, it is crucial to increase awareness and knowledge about it among ophthalmologists and other medical doctors. Botulinum toxin is a safe and effective treatment modality, dramatically improving these patients' quality of life.

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