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They were prospectively, equally randomized into 2\u00a0groups: endocanalicular, high\u2010pressure, 5\u2010mm balloon catheter, endoscopic DCR (group I) and conventional endoscopic DCR (group II). Regular follow\u2010up sessions were conducted to document the patient\u2019s subjective improvement, judge ostium patency on irrigation, and record any complications.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>Both groups demonstrated a success rate of 91.4%. There was a shorter mean operative time (25.7\u00a0minutes) in group I (<jats:italic>P<\/jats:italic> &lt;. 001). The number of adverse events was significantly higher in group II (<jats:italic>P<\/jats:italic> &lt;. 05). Group I showed statistically significantly more comfort during surgery under local anesthesia with minimal sedation (<jats:italic>P<\/jats:italic> &lt;. 05).<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>Endocanalicular balloon catheter endoscopic DCR shares the advantages and success rate of conventional endoscopic DCR. 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