AIM:To study the efficacy of artificial nasolacrimal duct implantation for treatment of postoperative recurrence of dacryocystorhinostomy and evaluate its clinical value. METHODS:Twelve cases (13 eyes) with postoperative recurrence of dacryocystorhinostomy underwent artificial nasolacrimal duct implantation.  RESULTS:Twelve cases (13 eyes) were successfully implanted in nasolacrimal duct stent.Patients were followed up for 1 month to 6 months, the effective rate was 85%.Complications occurred including bleeding, eyelid edema as flushing and blocking of the nasolacrimal duct stent.  CONCLUSION:Artificial nasolacrimal duct implantation is a safe, simple and effective way for the treatment of postoperative recurrence of dacryocystorhinostomy.