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Nasolacrimal Duct

Description:

The nasolacrimal duct is a narrow channel that connects the lacrimal sac, which collects tears from the surface of the eye, to the nasal cavity. It allows for the drainage of tears from the eye into the nose, ensuring proper ocular lubrication and maintaining the integrity of the eye's surface.

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1. Anatomy

(Noun) The nasolacrimal duct, a part of the tear drainage system, is a tubular structure responsible for draining tears from the tear sac into the nasal cavity.

Example: The nasolacrimal duct can become blocked, causing excessive tearing and discomfort.

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