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meibomian gland

/maɪˈboʊmiən ɡlænd/

Tradução: Pequena glândula sebácea localizada nas pálpebras que secreta uma substância oleosa (meibum) para lubrificar o olho e evitar a evaporação da lágrima.

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/maɪˈboʊmiən ɡlænd/C1formalmedical
  • ptPequena glândula sebácea localizada nas pálpebras que secreta uma substância oleosa (meibum) para lubrificar o olho e evitar a evaporação da lágrima.

A small sebaceous gland located in the eyelids that secretes an oily substance (meibum) to lubricate the eye and prevent tear evaporation.

  1. Oil-secreting gland in the eyelidC1formal

    A small sebaceous gland located along the edge of the eyelids that secretes oil to lubricate the eye and prevent tear evaporation.

    ptGlândula de Meibômio

    • Meibomian gland dysfunction is a common cause of dry eye syndrome.
    • The doctor examined her meibomian glands for signs of blockage.
    • Warm compresses can help unclog the meibomian glands.