Keratoconus (Noun)
Meaning
Abnormal cone-shaped protrusion of the cornea of the eye; can be treated by epikeratophakia.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease in which the normally round cornea thins and begins to bulge into a cone-like shape.
- The patient was diagnosed with keratoconus and was advised to undergo epikeratophakia surgery to correct the abnormal curvature of the cornea.
- Keratoconus can cause significant vision problems, including blurred vision, double vision, and sensitivity to light.
- In advanced cases of keratoconus, a corneal transplant may be necessary to replace the damaged cornea with a healthy one.
- The ophthalmologist specialized in treating keratoconus and other corneal disorders using the latest surgical techniques and technologies.