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The International Journal on Orbital Disorders, Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery
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Original Article

Relationship between Whit nail's ligament and the position of the superior eyelid Anatomical study in man

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Pages 43-51 | Accepted 24 Aug 1994, Published online: 08 Jul 2009

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