The lacrimal glands are above each eyeball, towards the outer part of the eyelid. The glands produce a fluid that cleans and protects the surface of the eyelid. Tears are part of this fluid. A growth ...

In rabbits, three glands are located within the orbit: the lacrimal gland, accessory lacrimal gland, and deep gland of the third eyelid. Secretions from these glands moisten, lubricate ...

S jögren's disease primarily affects the salivary and lacrimal glands, resulting in tissue inflammation characterized by the formation of tertiary lymphoid structures (TLS), and a loss of ...

Along with a chain of other nerves, it innervates (provides nerve function to) the lacrimal gland, which produces tears. Also referred to as the greater superficial petrosal nerve, it’s related ...

Restoration of lacrimal gland function is important, as is implementation of aggressive immunosuppression. Future advancements in stem cell biology, tissue engineering, bioartificial microsystems ...