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Punctum (pl. puncta)
(Tear duct)
 
IN BRIEF

Tear drainage ducts in the corners of the eyes.

 
DISCUSSION

Puncta are of interesting to laser eye surgery patients with dry eye primarily because they may need to be occluded, using punctal plugs or cautery. In patients with aqueous deficient dry eye, reducing tear drainage can sometimes improve moisture in the eye.

 
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