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Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

Epiphora from punctal ectropion

Epiphora from punctal ectropion

Category(ies): Oculoplastics
Contributor: Andrew Doan, MD, PhD

punctal ectropion
Lower lid laxity causes a vertical lower lid punctum. Normally, the punctum should be oriented towards the globe. Notice the increased tear lake.
enlarged punctal ectropion
(Enlarged Version)Lower lid laxity causes a vertical lower lid punctum. Normally, the punctum should be oriented towards the globe. Notice the increased tear lake.