Cataracts Glossary of Terms
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Aging: The process of becoming older, a process that is genetically determined and environ... See the entire definition of AgingAmbulatory: Able to walk about, not bedridden or immobile. Anatomy: The study of human or animal form, by observation or examination of the living be... See the entire definition of AnatomyAnesthesia: Loss of feeling or awareness, as when an anesthetic is administered before sur... See the entire definition of AnesthesiaAnesthesiologist: A physician or, less often, a dentist who is specialized in the practice... See the entire definition of AnesthesiologistAnterior: The front, as opposed to the posterior. The anterior surface of the heart is tow... See the entire definition of AnteriorAstigmatism: A common form of visual impairment in which part of an image is blurred due t... See the entire definition of AstigmatismBlurred vision: Lack of sharpness of vision with, as a result, the inability to see fine d... See the entire definition of Blurred visionBrain: The portion of the central nervous system that is located within the skull. It func... See the entire definition of BrainCapsule: Capsule has many meanings in medicine including the following:
Cataract: A clouding or loss of transparency of the lens in the eye as a result of tissu... See the entire definition of CataractCataract surgery: Removal of the clouded (cataractous) lens in its entirety via surgery an... See the entire definition of Cataract surgeryCongenital: A condition that is present at birth, whether or not it is inherited. Contrast: Short for "contrast media." Contrast media are X-ray dyes used to provide contra... See the entire definition of ContrastCornea: The clear front window of the eye, which transmits and focuses light into the eye.... See the entire definition of Cornea
Corneal: Pertaining to the cornea, the clear front window of the eye that transmits and fo... See the entire definition of CornealCortex: The outer layer of any organ. Cortical: Having to do with the cortex, the outer layer of an organ. Diabetes: Refers to diabetes mellitus or, less often, to diabetes insipidus. Diabetes mell... See the entire definition of DiabetesDilation: The process of enlargement, stretching, or expansion. The word "dilatation" mean... See the entire definition of DilationEnzyme: A protein (or protein-based molecule) that speeds up a chemical reaction in a livi... See the entire definition of EnzymeEssential: In medicine, of unknown cause, as in essential hypertension (high blood pressur... See the entire definition of EssentialEye chart test: This test measures how well you see at various distances. The eye chart i... See the entire definition of Eye chart testFocal: Pertaining to a focus which in medicine may refer to: Glaucoma: A common eye condition in which the fluid pressure inside the eyes rises becaus... See the entire definition of GlaucomaHerbal: 1. An adjective, referring to herbs, as in an herbal tea. Implant: 1. To embed; to set in firmly. In embryology, the fertilized egg implants ... See the entire definition of ImplantImplantation: The act of setting in firmly. Incision: A cut through skin or other tissue performed by a health care professional. Infection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of Infection
Inflammation: A localized reaction that produces redness, warmth, swelling, and pain as a ... See the entire definition of InflammationIntervention: The act of intervening, interfering or interceding with the intent of modify... See the entire definition of InterventionIntraocular: In the eye. For example, intraocular pressure is the pressure within the eye.... See the entire definition of IntraocularIntraocular lens: An artificial lens made of plastic, silicone, acrylic or other material ... See the entire definition of Intraocular lensIris: The circular, colored curtain of the eye. The opening of the iris forms the pupil. T... See the entire definition of IrisLaser: A powerful beam of light that is used in some types of surgery to cut or destroy ti... See the entire definition of LaserLASIK: Abbreviation standing for laser-assisted in situ k/... See the entire definition of LASIKLens: The transparent structure inside the eye that focuses light rays onto the retina. Medical history: 1. In clinical medicine, the patient's past and present which may ... See the entire definition of Medical historyMicroscope: An optical instrument that augments the power of the eye to see small objects.... See the entire definition of MicroscopeMultifocal: Having to do with two or more foci or arising from two or more places. For exa... See the entire definition of MultifocalNearsightedness: The ability to see near objects more clearly than distant objects. Also ... See the entire definition of NearsightednessOperating room: A facility that is equipped for performing surgery. Abbreviated OR. Ophthalmologist: A physician who practices ophthalmology. Ophthalmology: The art and science of eye ?medicine.
Otolaryngology: A medical and surgical specialty concerned with the diagnosis, management,... See the entire definition of OtolaryngologyOutpatient: A patient who is not hospitalized, but instead comes to a physician?s office, ... See the entire definition of OutpatientPain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainPeripheral: Situated away from the center, as opposed to centrally located. Peripheral vision: Side vision. The ability to see objects and movement outside of the di... See the entire definition of Peripheral visionPhacoemulsification: A type of cataract surgery in which the lens with the cataract is bro... See the entire definition of PhacoemulsificationPharmacy: A location where prescription medications are sold. A pharmacy is constantly sup... See the entire definition of PharmacyPosterior: The back or behind, as opposed to the anterior. Preoperative: Before surgery. As opposed to postoperative, after surgery. Prescription: A physician's order for the preparation and administration of a drug or dev... See the entire definition of PrescriptionProbe: (1) In surgery, a probe is a slender flexible rod with a blunt end used to e... See the entire definition of ProbeProtein: One of the three nutrients used as energy sources (calories) by the body. Protein... See the entire definition of ProteinProteins: Large molecules composed of one or more chains of amino acids in a specific orde... See the entire definition of ProteinsPupil: The opening of the iris. The pupil may appear to open (dilate) and close (constrict... See the entire definition of PupilRadiation: 1. Rays of energy. Gamma rays and X-rays are two of the types of energy ... See the entire definition of Radiation
Refraction: In opthalmology, the bending of light that takes place within the human eye. R... See the entire definition of RefractionResident: In medicine, a physician who has finished medical school and is receiving traini... See the entire definition of ResidentRetina: The retina is the nerve layer that lines the back of the eye, senses light, and c... See the entire definition of RetinaRetinal: Pertaining to the retina, the extraordinary layer of neurons (nerve cells) that ... See the entire definition of RetinalRetinal detachment: A separation of the retina from its connection at the back of the eye.... See the entire definition of Retinal detachmentSecondary cataract: See: Cataract, secondary. Sensation: In medicine and physiology, sensation refers to the registration of an incoming... See the entire definition of SensationSensitivity: 1. In psychology, the quality of being sensitive. As, for example, sen... See the entire definition of SensitivitySleep: The body's rest cycle. Statins: A class of drugs that lower cholesterol. Surgeon: A physician who treats disease, injury, or deformity via operative or manual meth... See the entire definition of SurgeonSurgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of SurgeryTonometry: A standard eye test that is done to determine the fluid pressure inside the eye... See the entire definition of TonometryTopical: Pertaining to a particular surface area. For example, a topical agent is applied ... See the entire definition of TopicalTrauma: A physical or emotional injury.
Ultrasound: High-frequency sound waves. Ultra-sound waves can be bounced off tissues by us... See the entire definition of UltrasoundUV radiation: Ultraviolet radiation. Invisible rays that are part of the energy that comes... See the entire definition of UV radiationVisual acuity: The clarity or clearness of vision, a measure of how well a person sees. Visual acuity test: This test measures how well you see at various distances. It is the f... See the entire definition of Visual acuity testVital: Necessary to maintain life. For example, breathing is a vital function. Vitamins: The word "vitamin" was coined in 1911 by the Warsaw-born biochemist Casimir Funk... See the entire definition of Vitamins
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