POSSIBILITA' DIAGNOSTICHE E LIMITI DELLA TERMOGRAFIA NELLO STUDIO DELLE VIE LACRIMALI DI DEFLUSSO

After reviewing the possibilities of the radiological (Dacryography, scintiliography) and para-radiological (ultrasonography, thermography) studies useful for the diagnosis of desorders of the lacrimal pathways, the Authors pay particular attention to the actutal possibilities of thermography. This examination allows evaluating the anatomy and patency of the lacrimal drainage system and also provides to diagnose sub-clinical inflammations. In the lacrimal area thermography may also help to establish improved guide lines for surgical intervention. Concluding the Authors think that thermography offers promise as a safe, simple and efficient clinical tool having however a relevant limitation compared with the other lacrimal diagnostic techniques (Dacryograpy, scintillography, echography).