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Amblyopia

Poor vision due to nonuse of an eye caused by underdevelopment of the visual pathway to the brain.

Angiogenesis

Development of blood vessels.

Angiogram

X-ray test to outline the blood vessels of an organ such as the brain. Uses a dye which is injected into a blood vessel (arteries) in the arm or groin. The dye shows up on the X-ray and therefore outlines all the blood vessels.

Angioid Streaks

Lines resembling blood vessels usually at the back of the eye.

Angioma

Any malformation made up of blood vessels.

Anticonvulsant

Any medication that counteracts seizures.

Aqueous shunts

Glaucoma drainage devices to reduce fluid pressure.

Arteriogram

Same as ANGIOGRAM.

Astigmatism

Unequal curve of the refractive surfaces of the eye, leading to a blurry image on the retina.