Sclerotic (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Of or relating to the sclera of the eyeball; "sclerotic tissue".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The doctor examined the sclerotic tissue surrounding the patient's cloudy iris.
- Sclerotic tissue can cause blindness by obstructing vision through the eyeball's outer covering.
- Hereditary conditions can lead to an abnormal development of the sclera, leading to sclerotic tissue.
- The surgery aimed to remove the sclerotic tissue that had built up over the years, restoring the patient's eyesight.
- Due to the fragile nature of the eye, operating on sclerotic tissue requires extremely delicate care.
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Meaning 2
Relating to or having sclerosis; hardened; "a sclerotic patient".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).