Iridotomy (Noun)
Meaning
A surgical procedure that makes an incision in the iris of the eye in order to enlarge the pupil or to treat closed-angle glaucoma.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The ophthalmologist performed a laser iridotomy to create a small hole in the iris and relieve the pressure in the patient's eye.
- A laser iridotomy is a common procedure to treat closed-angle glaucoma by creating a new drainage pathway for fluid in the eye.
- After the iridotomy, the patient's eye pressure decreased significantly, and the risk of vision loss was greatly reduced.
- The iridotomy procedure is typically done on an outpatient basis and requires only a few minutes to complete.
- The doctor explained that a laser iridotomy would be necessary to enlarge the pupil and allow for a more thorough examination of the patient's retina.