definitions of ophthalmology terms
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ophthalmology Definition of ophthalmology for English Language Learners. medical : the study of the structure, functions, and diseases of the eye.
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Comments: Ophthalmology vs Optometry Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine concerned with the diseases and surgery of the visual pathways, including the eye, brain, and areas surrounding the eye, such as the lacrimal system and eyelids.
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Medical Dictionary The following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Retinal Detachment article. Abnormal: Outside the expected norm, or uncharacteristic of a particular patient.See the entire definition of Abnormal. Angiogram: An X-ray image of blood vessels. The vessels can be seen because a contrast dye...
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optician 1 Also called optometrist. a general name used to refer to an ophthalmic optician, a person qualified to examine the eyes and prescribe and supply spectacles and contact lenses.  a general name used to refer to a dispensing optician, a person who supplies and fits spectacle frames but is not qualified to prescribe lenses.
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ophthalmology ophthalmology. the branch of medical science that studies the eyes, their diseases and defects. — ophthalmologist, n. — ophthalmologic, ophthalmological, adj. the medical specialty that studies and treats diseases of the eye. — ophthalmologist, n. — ophthalmological, adj.
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- Words near ophthalmologist in the dictionary. 1  ophthalmo-. 2  ophthalmologic. 3  ophthalmological. 4  ophthalmologically. 5  ophthalmologist. 6  ophthalmologists. 7  ophthalmology. 8  ophthalmometer. 9  ophthalmometers. 10  ophthalmopareses.
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Differences Between Ophthalmologist, Optometrist, and Optician An ophthalmologist is a physician (doctor of medicine, MD, or doctor of osteopathy, DO) who specializes in the medical and surgical care of the eyes and visual system and in the prevention of eye disease and injury.
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Cyanopsia More about Ophthalmology: This section includes short definitions of many diseases, disorders, and conditions of the eyes and visual system. For definitions of other terms in this category, choose from the list to the left (but note that this is not a complete/exhaustive list). Other related pages include. A diagram of the eye. Definitions and descriptions of the parts of the eye. A concise description of the human retina. Definitions of parts of the retina.
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Definitions &Translations Ophthalmology. Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, physiology and diseases of the eye. An ophthalmologist is a specialist in medical and surgical eye problems.phthalmology. Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, physiology and diseases of the eye. An ophthalmologist is a specialist in medical and surgical eye problems.
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Chapter 12: The Eye Section 2 The meaning of the medical term ophthalmalgia is: pain in the eye The medical term that means defective curvature of the refractive surface of the eye (either the cornea or lens) is:
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Learning the Lingo: Ophthalmic Abbreviations Given the amount of abbreviations in the ophthalmic lexicon, one might think ophthalmologists speak purely in code. To help you avoid the confusion and steer away from the embarrassing mistake, this cheat sheet includes more than 100 basic abbreviations you’ll need to know as you learn the professional lingo.
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Optometry The term optometry comes from the Greek words ὄψις (opsis; view) and μέτρον (metron; something used to measure, measure, rule). The word entered the language when the instrument for measuring vision was called an optometer, (before the terms phoropter or refractor were used).
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OPHTHALMOLOGY. (Opthalmology). Ophthalmology is the medicine discipline which deals with the anatomy and diseases of the eye. An “ophthalmologist” refers to a specialist in both medical and surgical eye problems, as ophthalmologists perform operations on eyes.The word “ophthalmology” has Greek, as “ophthalmos” means eye and logos means a word or a thought.Thereby ophthalmology can literally be translated as “the science of eyes”. As a discipline, it applies to animal eyes also. However, veterinary medicine is regulated separately in many countries and states.n “ophthalmologist” refers to a specialist in both medical and surgical eye problems, as ophthalmologists perform operations on eyes. The word “ophthalmology” has Greek, as “ophthalmos” means eye and logos means a word or a thought.
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- Jeffrey Restuccio June 12, 2008 at 12:46 am Handy list of ophthalmology / Optometry acronyms / abbreviations. These can be tricky for those not familiar with eye care. Good Job. I conduct national seminars on coding, documentaion and billing for eyecare (optometry and ophthalmology.
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Ophthalmology Ophthalmology (/ˌɒfθɑːlˈmɑːlədʒi/ or /ˌɒpθɑːlˈmɒlədʒi/) is the branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, physiology and diseases of the eye. An ophthalmologist is a specialist in medical and surgical eye problems. Since ophthalmologists perform operations on eyes, they are both surgical and medical specialists. A multitude of diseases and conditions can be diagnosed from the eye.
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ophthalmology The medical specialty concerned with the eye, its diseases, and refractive errors. [ophthalmo- + G. logos, study]. /oph·thal·mol·o·gy/ (of″thal-mol´ah-je) the branch of medicine dealing with the eye, including its anatomy, physiology, and pathology.ophthalmolog´ic.
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Glossary of Medical Terms    - Ophthalmology accommodation (uh-kah-muh-DAY-shun). Increase in optical power by the eye in order to maintain a clear image (focus) as objects are moved closer. Occurs through a process of ciliary muscle contraction and zonular relaxation that causes the elastic-like lens to round up and increase its optical power.
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What is a eye doctor called? Ophthalmologist - a doctor of medicine specializing in ophthalmology (medical science dealing with the anatomy, functions, and diseases of the eye.) Optician - a person who makes or sells eyeglasses and, usually, contact lenses, for remedying defects of vision in accordance with the prescriptions of ophthalmologists and optometrists.
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- A fibroblast is a type of cell that synthesizes the extracellular matrix and collagen,[1] the structural framework (stroma) for animal tissues, and plays a critical role in wound healing. Fibroblasts are the most common cells of connective tissue in animals.
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- Cancel. Ophthalmology is the study and treatment of diseases in the eye, usually through surgical methods to correct cataracts, vision impairments or abnormal growths.Find out what an ophthalmologist does with information from a practicing optometrist in this free video on eye health.ancel. Ophthalmology is the study and treatment of diseases in the eye, usually through surgical methods to correct cataracts, vision impairments or abnormal growths.
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Optometry Definition of optometry and optometrist. The World Council of Optometry, World Health Organisation and about 75 optometry organisations from over 40 countries all over the world adopted the following definition, to be used to describe optometry and optometrist.
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- Exophthalmos (bulging eyes) Introduction. Exophthalmos is a medical term for a bulging or protruding eyeball or eyeballs. It is often used interchangeably with the term proptosis, which means the same thing. Exophthalmos can be caused by many different conditions. It's important that the underlying cause is identified so appropriate treatment can be given.
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- See more synonyms on Thesaurus.com. The term eye doctor refers generally to an ophthalmologist, but is also used informally (and imprecisely) in referring to an optometrist. An ophthalmologist is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the eye.
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Medical terminology the branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of disorders and diseases of the eye.
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Anophthalmia Anophthalmia Definition. Anophthalmia, also referred to as Anophthalmos, is a congenital defect that leads to absence of the eyes in a newborn. It is a very rare condition characterized by the lack of the ocular tissue and the globe of the eye. This defect can occur both unilaterally (affecting one eye) and bilaterally (involving both eyes).
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Endophthalmitis Definition. Endophthalmitis is a purulent inflammation of the intraocular fluids (vitreous and aqueous) usually due to infection. 1  Serious intraocular inflammatory disorder resulting from infection of the vitreous cavity. 2  Progressive vitritis is the hallmark of any form of endophthalmitis.