synechia meaning

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synechia (noun): adhesions between the iris and the lens or cornea resulting from trauma or eye surgery or as a complication of glaucoma or cataract; can lead to blindness.

Definition of synechia

  1. adhesions between the iris and the lens or cornea resulting from trauma or eye surgery or as a complication of glaucoma or cataract; can lead to blindness

    Type of: adhesion

    Kinds: anterior synechia, posterior synechia

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