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tear duct

/ˈtɪər dʌkt/

Tradução: Pequeno tubo ou conduto que transporta as lágrimas da glândula lacrimal para a superfície do olho ou para a cavidade nasal.

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/ˈtɪər dʌkt/B2formalmedical
  • ptPequeno tubo ou conduto que transporta as lágrimas da glândula lacrimal para a superfície do olho ou para a cavidade nasal.

A small tube or passage that carries tears from the lacrimal gland to the surface of the eye or into the nasal cavity.

  1. Anatomical structureB2formal

    A small tube or passage that carries tears from the lacrimal gland to the eye surface and then into the nasal cavity.

    ptDucto lacrimal

    • The doctor examined her blocked tear duct.
    • Newborns sometimes have underdeveloped tear ducts.
    • A clogged tear duct can cause watery eyes.