| macular degeneration |
loss of central vision in one or both eyes as a result of malfunctioning cone cells in the retina. Two types: "wet " (disciform) and "dry" (atrophic). Also known as age-related macular degeneration (ARMD or AMD), and previously known as senile macular degeneration. For more information, see "What Is Macular Degeneration?" and "Eye Diseases" on the MD Support web site.
출처: www.mdsupport.org/glossary2.html
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| macular hole |
a full-thickness defect which occurs in the visual center of the retina. Macular holes often cause total loss of central vision, but usually spare peripheral vision. For more information, see "Eye Diseases" on the MD Support web site.
출처: www.mdsupport.org/glossary2.html
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| macular translocation |
a procedure wherein the fovea is rotated to an area away from abnormal blood vessels to allow laser treatment. For more information, read article "Macular Translocation" in the MD Support Library. To read personal experiences, visit the Treatment Archives on the MD Support web site.
출처: www.mdsupport.org/glossary2.html
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| maculate |
Spotted or marked with figures of any shape.
출처: www.sdvc.uwyo.edu/grasshopper/ghnmglos.htm
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| macula |
The small, sensitive area of the central retina that provides vision for fine work and reading.
출처: www.mn-eye.com/aye_glossary.aspx
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