nasolacrimal duct (NLD)

Introduction

The passage leading inferiorly from the lacrimal sac on either side to the anterior part of the inferior meatus of the nose. Tears are passed from the lacrimal sac through the lacrimal duct to empty into in nasal cavity.

More general terms

• ductus

Additional terms

• lacrimal sac (dacryocyst)

Component of

• lacrimal apparatus
• sphenoid bone