The formation of a ductal cyst appears to require two successive, inter-related events. The first is an ongoing active secretory process, and the second is an occlusion of the duct. The sequential occurrence of these two events is forwarded as the explanation of dacryops formation. Excision using a conjunctival approach is recommended. A small strip of tarsal border should be removed with the cyst to prevent cyst rupture. The excretory ducts of the Wolfring glands exit through this area.
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