staphyloma

/stæfɪˈloʊmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A pathological condition of the eye, characterized by a bulging or protrusion of the globe, often resulting from trauma, infection, or other causes.

“The patient was diagnosed with a severe staphyloma due to the severe blunt trauma she experienced during the accident.”

Synonyms

  • bulge
  • deformity
  • protrusion

Antonyms

  • normalcy
  • regularity