Anatomy of the lacrimal apparatus from a rhinologist’s perspective: a review
2021 ◽
Vol 7
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pp. 403
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<p class="abstract">The postero-superioly situated lacrimal glands secreate tears to lubricate the exposed sclera, limbus and the cornea. The tears are ultimately are channeled into the antero-inferior sited lacrimal sac and thereby into the nasal inferior meatus. Epiphora may be secondary to irritative or obstructive pathology in the naso-lacrimal system. Individual with epiphora necessitates intervention, medical or surgical. The naso-lacrimal system with its unique anatomy has been elaborated upon to assist in detecting the precise site of pathology and plan management likewise.</p><p class="abstract"> </p>
2009 ◽
Vol 88
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pp. 1001-1009
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1994 ◽
Vol 8
(3)
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pp. 139-142
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2018 ◽
Vol 18
(4)
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pp. 132-137
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2017 ◽
Vol 3
(2)
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pp. 184
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