Primary Congenital Glaucoma Glossary of Terms
The following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Primary Congenital Glaucoma article.
Ablation: Removal or excision. Ablation is usually carried out surgically. For example, su... See the entire definition of AblationAbnormal: Outside the expected norm, or uncharacteristic of a particular patient. Amblyopia: Partial or complete loss of vision in one eye caused by conditions that affect ... See the entire definition of AmblyopiaAnesthesia: Loss of feeling or awareness, as when an anesthetic is administered before sur... See the entire definition of AnesthesiaAnterior: The front, as opposed to the posterior. The anterior surface of the heart is tow... See the entire definition of AnteriorAnterior chamber: The space in the eye that is behind the cornea and in front of the iris. Aqueous humor: In medicine, humor refers to a fluid (or semifluid) substance. Thus, the aq... See the entire definition of Aqueous humorBilateral: Affecting both sides. For example, bilateral arthritis affects joints on both t... See the entire definition of BilateralBlepharospasm: The involuntary, forcible closure of the eyelids. The first symptoms may be... See the entire definition of BlepharospasmBlind: 1. Unable to see. Without part or all of the sense of sight. Blindness: Loss of useful sight. Blindness can be temporary or permanent. Damage to any p... See the entire definition of BlindnessChoroid: In the eye, a thin vascular layer between the sclera and the retina. The choroid ... See the entire definition of ChoroidCiliary body: Part of the eye, the ciliary body is a circular structure just behind the ir... See the entire definition of Ciliary bodyCongenital: A condition that is present at birth, whether or not it is inherited. Cornea: 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 CornealCure: 1. To heal, to make well, to restore to good health. 2. A time withou... See the entire definition of CureDilation: The process of enlargement, stretching, or expansion. The word "dilatation" mean... See the entire definition of DilationDisc: Shortened terminology for an intervertebral disc, a disk-shaped piece of specialized... See the entire definition of DiscDrain: A device for removing fluid from a cavity or wound. A drain is typically a tube or ... See the entire definition of DrainEyelid: The lid or cover of the eye, a movable fold of skin and muscle that can be closed ... See the entire definition of EyelidFundus: In medicine, the bottom or base of an organ. For example, the fundus of the eye is... See the entire definition of FundusGlaucoma: A common eye condition in which the fluid pressure inside the eyes rises becaus... See the entire definition of GlaucomaHumor: In medicine, a fluid or semifluid substance. For example, the aqueous humor is the ... See the entire definition of HumorImplant: 1. To embed; to set in firmly. In embryology, the fertilized egg implants ... See the entire definition of ImplantIncision: A cut through skin or other tissue performed by a health care professional. Indicate: In medicine, to make a treatment or procedure advisable because of a particular ... See the entire definition of IndicateInfant: A young baby, from birth to 12 months of age. Infection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of InfectionInflammation: A localized reaction that produces redness, warmth, swelling, and pain as a ... See the entire definition of Inflammation
Intraocular: In the eye. For example, intraocular pressure is the pressure within the eye.... See the entire definition of IntraocularIntraocular pressure: The pressure created by the continual renewal of fluids within the ... See the entire definition of Intraocular pressureIris: 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 LaserLazy eye: An eye that diverges in gaze. A lazy eye is formally called strabismus. A lazy e... See the entire definition of Lazy eyeLens: The transparent structure inside the eye that focuses light rays onto the retina. Membrane: A very thin layer of tissue that covers a 'surface. Nerve: A bundle of fibers that uses electrical and chemical signals to transmit sensory an... See the entire definition of NerveNystagmus: Rapid, rhythmic, repetitious, and involuntary eye movements. Nystagmus can be h... See the entire definition of NystagmusOperating 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. Ophthalmoscopy: Examination of the interior of the eye, including the lens, retina and opt... See the entire definition of OphthalmoscopyOptic: Having to do with vision. Optic disc: The circular area in the back of the inside of the eye where the optic nerve c... See the entire definition of Optic disc
Optic nerve: The optic nerve connects the eye to the brain. The optic nerve carries the... See the entire definition of Optic nervePharmacy: A location where prescription medications are sold. A pharmacy is constantly sup... See the entire definition of PharmacyPhotophobia: Painful oversensitivity to light. For example, photophobia is often seen in m... See the entire definition of PhotophobiaProbe: (1) In surgery, a probe is a slender flexible rod with a blunt end used to e... See the entire definition of ProbePrognosis: The forecast of the probable outcome or course of a disease; the patient's chan... See the entire definition of PrognosisRecur: To occur again; to return. For example, a symptom, sign, or disease can recur. Resistance: Opposition to something, or the ability to withstand something. For example, s... See the entire definition of ResistanceRule out: Term used in medicine, meaning to eliminate or exclude something from considera... See the entire definition of Rule outSensitivity: 1. In psychology, the quality of being sensitive. As, for example, sen... See the entire definition of SensitivityShunt: 1) To move a body fluid, such as cerebrospinal fluid, from one place to another. 2... See the entire definition of ShuntSurgeon: 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 SurgeryTear: A drop of the salty secretion of the lacrimal glands which serves to moisten the con... See the entire definition of TearTonometry: A standard eye test that is done to determine the fluid pressure inside the eye... See the entire definition of TonometryTrauma: 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 UltrasoundUvea: An inner layer of the eye that includes the iris, the blood vessels that serve the e... See the entire definition of UveaUveitis: Inflammation of the uvea. Uveitis is a serious form of eye inflammation and requi... See the entire definition of UveitisVisual field: The entire area that can be seen when the eye is directed forward, including... See the entire definition of Visual field
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