dacryocyst

• Substantivo que designa uma das duas extremidades dilatadas dos canais lacrimais, situadas no canto interno dos olhos, que recolhem as lágrimas produzidas pelas glândulas lacrimais.

A noun referring to either of the two dilated ends of the lacrimal ducts at the nasal corners of the eyes, which collect tears secreted by the lacrimal glands.

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   Either of the two dilated ends of the lacrimal ducts at the nasal ends of the eyes that fill with tears secreted by the lacrimal glands.

   Saco lacrimal

   • The dacryocyst collects tears before they drain into the nasal cavity.
   • Inflammation of the dacryocyst can cause discomfort and excessive tearing.
   • The surgeon carefully examined the patient's dacryocyst for any blockage.