Prevalence of the prelacrimal recess in maxillary sinus and its medial bony wall dimensions

ConclusionA large individual variation exists in the anatomy of PLR, including its prevalence and dimensions of its medial bony wall. When considering the intranasal endoscopic prelacrimal recess approach, the surgeons should carefully evaluate the anatomical structure of the PLR preoperatively so as to minimize the risks of surgical complications.
Source: European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research