iridocele

/ɪrɪdoʊˈsɛl/ or /ˌaɪrɪˈdɪsɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

a congenital or acquired hernia of the iris through a defect in the anterior chamber of the eye.

“The doctor examined the patient’s eye to diagnose the cause of the iridocele.”

2. noun

a prolapse of the iris into the anterior chamber of the eye.

“The ophthalmologist carefully treated the patient’s iridocele to prevent further complications.”

Synonyms

  • iridodialysis
  • iridoplegia

Antonyms

  • healthy iris
  • normal eye structure