👉 A dacryocystorhinostomy (DCS) is a surgical procedure that involves inserting an artificial tear duct into the back of the nose, through which tears are filtered out. The purpose of DCS is to treat a condition called lacrimal gland dysfunction, where the body's natural production of tears is reduced, leading to dryness and difficulty in breathing. The process typically begins with the surgeon making an incision in the nostril to expose the tear duct. They then insert
