Term | Definition |
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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. |