punctum

• Nom désignant un point ou une petite zone, souvent utilisé dans un contexte anatomique.

A noun referring to a point or small area, typically used in anatomical contexts.

1. Anatomical pointC2formalmedical

   A small, precise point or opening in an anatomical structure, such as the punctum lacrimale (tear duct opening).

   Punctum (point anatomique)

   • The punctum lacrimale drains tears from the eye into the nasal cavity.
   • During the examination, the doctor located the punctum on the eyelid.
   • Blockage of the punctum can lead to excessive tearing.

   Synonymesapertureopeningorificepointpore