Ophthalmic Surgery Glossary

Inward eye deviation triggered by the accommodative effort required for near focusing.

Intraocular lens designed to provide focusing ability across multiple distances.

Glaucoma drainage implant with a flow restrictor mechanism to prevent early postoperative hypotony.

Unequal pupil sizes between the two eyes, which may be physiologic or pathologic.

The fluid-filled space between the cornea and iris containing aqueous humor.

The absence of the natural lens of the eye, typically following cataract extraction.

Surgical technique involving corneal incisions to reduce astigmatism during cataract surgery.

Precise measurement of eye dimensions for surgical planning, especially IOL power calculation.

Surgical procedure to correct drooping eyelids by removing excess skin, muscle, or fat from the eyelid area.

Surgical reconstruction of the tear drainage canaliculi to restore normal tear flow in cases of canalicular stenosis or...

Surgical procedure to tighten and reposition the lateral canthal tendon without complete detachment.

Surgical reconstruction involving complete detachment and reattachment of the lateral canthal tendon.

The natural envelope that surrounds the crystalline lens, preserved during cataract surgery to house the intraocular len...

Surgical technique creating a circular opening in the anterior lens capsule during cataract surgery. Critical step for s...

Creation of an opening in the lens capsule, either during cataract surgery or to treat posterior capsule opacification.

Surgical removal of the natural lens of the eye that has become clouded by cataract formation. The procedure creates spa...

Separation of the choroidal layer from the scleral wall, often occurring as a surgical complication. May cause significa...

Accumulation of fluid in the supraciliary and suprachoroidal spaces, causing choroidal detachment.

Abnormal blood vessel growth from the choroid through Bruch's membrane into the subretinal space.

Measurement of the choroidal layer, relevant in retinal disease assessment and surgical planning.

Retinal vascular disorder characterized by abnormal capillary development and exudative retinal detachment.

Surgical procedure using patient's own conjunctival tissue for reconstruction or repair.

Swelling of the cornea due to excess fluid accumulation, causing decreased transparency.

Measurement of corneal thickness, important for glaucoma diagnosis and refractive surgery planning.