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Anatomical structures

Meibomian glands

Meibomian glands

Synonym(s) - Tarsal Glands - Meibomian Gland - Tarsal Gland

Definition: The sebaceous glands situated on the inner surface of the eyelids between the tarsal plates and the CONJONCTIVE.

Generic term(s)

  • Sensory organs
  • Eye
  • Eyelids
  • Meibomian glands

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