keratoconi

/kɛrətəˈkuːnəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A progressive thinning of the cornea that causes the eye to become misshapen, resulting in vision loss.

“The patient was diagnosed with keratoconus and underwent a corneal transplant to restore her vision.”

Synonyms

  • cone-shaped cornea
  • corneal thinning
  • ectatic cornea

Antonyms

  • healthy eye
  • normal cornea