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The outer canthus is the area where the upper and lower eyelids meet to form a 'V' on the side towards the ears (temporally). The inner canthus is the V at the nasal side.

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Where would you find your canthus?

The canthus refers to the corner of the eye where the upper and lower eyelids meet near the nose. You would find the inner canthus on the side of the eye closest to the nose and the outer canthus on the side of the eye away from the nose.


What are the inner and outter canthi of the eye?

The inner canthus (or medial canthus) is the corner of the eye where the upper and lower eyelids meet near the nose. The outer canthus (or lateral canthus) is the corner of the eye where the upper and lower eyelids meet away from the nose.


What is the medical term meaning where the eyelids meet on the outside of the eye?

The lateral canthus is the medical term for the outside corner of the eye.


What is the pink thing in the corner of the eye called?

i think it's theMeibomian gland this may also be known as the canthus


Little used name for either corner of the eye?

Canthus


What does the medial canthus do for the eye?

The medial canthus is the point where the upper and lower eyelids meet on the inner side of the eye. It helps to protect the eye by preventing foreign particles from entering the eye and also assists in the proper drainage of tears through the tear ducts.


What is the medial angle of eye?

The medial angle of the eye is the angle formed by the upper and lower eyelids at the medial canthus. It is sometimes used to describe the medial canthus itself. You might think of it as the spot where your eyelids meet closest to your nose.


What is the anatomical position of the lacrimal gland with respect to the eye?

The lacrimal gland is located superior and lateral to the eye within the orbit. It is situated near the outer canthus of the eye and is responsible for producing tears that lubricate and protect the eye.


What is the edge of the eye called near nose?

The pink triangular area in between the eye itself and the bridge of the nose is called the lacrimal caruncle. The flesh colored area that is closure still to the nose but still appears to be part of the eye is the medial commissure. This area can also be refered to as the inner canthus, medial canthus, or nasal canthus.


Where the eyelid meet nearest the nose?

The medial canthus is the medical term for the inside corner of the eye.


Is the palpebrae connected at the lateral and medial canthus?

Yes, the palpebrae (eyelids) are connected at both the lateral and medial canthus, forming the corners of the eye where the upper and lower eyelids meet. These connections help maintain the structure and function of the eyelids.


What has been done to the canthus used in canthotomy and canthoplasty suffixes?

In canthotomy, the canthus is cut to relieve pressure in cases of orbital compartment syndrome. Canthoplasty involves surgically repositioning or creating a new canthus to correct eyelid malposition or laxity. Both procedures are used in ophthalmology to address various eye conditions.