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Dacryops

Alexey Portnov, medical expert
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024

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Dacryops - ductal cyst of the lacrimal gland. This is the most common cyst in orbit, often bilateral.

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Symptoms of dacryops

Dacryops is a rounded, cavitary formation that originates from the palpebral part of the lacrimal gland and protrudes into the upper arch.

What do need to examine?

Eye

Lacrimal gland

How to examine?

Examination of lacrimal organs

Contrast dacryocystography

Dacryops treatment

Dacryops treatment consists in simple aspiration of the contents.

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