Fossa for lacrimal sac
Fossa sacci lacrimalis
Definition
The fossa for lacrimal sac is a depression of varying depth located near the orbital margin. It contains the dilated origin of the nasolacrimal duct.
Variation:
In cats, it is formed by the lacrimal bone and the frontal process of the maxilla.
References
Barone R. Anatomie comparée des mammifères domestiques, Tome 1, Ostéologie, 5th edition, Vigot, Paris, 2017.
Sisson S, Grossman JD. Sisson and Grossman’s The Anatomy of the Domestic Animals. Vol. 1. 5th ed. Philadelphia: Saunders; 1975.
König HE, Lieibich HG. Veterinary Anatomy of Domestic mammals, 6th edition, Schattauer, Stuttgart, 2014.
