canaliculodacryocystorhinostomy
Meanings
noun
- A surgical procedure that treats severe tear drainage blockage by creating a new passage from the inner corner of the eye to the nose, usually using a small tube when the normal tear ducts (canaliculi) are completely blocked.
Word forms
Etymology
From canaliculus + -o- + dacryocystorhinostomy.
Synonyms
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