| keratoplasty, penetrating | Partial or total replacement of all layers of a central portion of the cornea. (12 Dec 1998) |
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| keratoprosthesis | Replacement of the central area of an opacified cornea by plastic. Origin: kerato-+ G. Prosthesis, addition (05 Mar 2000) |
| keratorefractive surgery | Any procedure in which the shape of the cornea is modified, with the intent of changing the refractive error of the eye; for example, if the cornea is flattened, the eye becomes less myopic. See: photorefractive keratectomy, keratophakia, lamellar keratoplasty, thermokeratoplasty, keratomileusis, radial keratotomy. Synonym: keratorefractive surgery. (05 Mar 2000) |
| keratorrhexis | Rupture of the cornea, due to trauma or perforating ulcer. Origin: kerato-+ G. Rhexis, a bursting (05 Mar 2000) |
| keratorus | Vault-like corneal herniation with severe regular myopic astigmatism. Origin: kerat-+ L. Torus, swelling, knot, bulge (05 Mar 2000) |
| keratosa | <zoology> An order of sponges having a skeleton composed of hornlike fibres. It includes the commercial sponges. Origin: NL, fr. Gr, a horn. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| keratoscleritis | Inflammation of both cornea and sclera. (05 Mar 2000) |
| keratoscope | <instrument> An instrument marked with lines or circles by means of which the corneal reflex can be observed. Synonym: Placido da Costa's disk. Origin: kerato-+ G. Skopeo, to examine (05 Mar 2000) |
| keratoscopy | 1. Examination of the reflections from the anterior surface of the cornea in order to determine the character and amount of corneal astigmatism. 2. A term first applied by Cuignet to his method of retinoscopy. Origin: kerato-+ G. Skopeo, to examine (05 Mar 2000) |
| keratose | 1. <physiology> A tough, horny animal substance entering into the composition of the skeleton of sponges, and other invertebrates. Synonym: keratode. 2. <zoology> Containing hornlike fibres or fibres of keratose; belonging to the Keratosa. Origin: Gr, horn. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| keratoses | <dermatology, oncology> Benign but precancerous lesions of skin associated with ultraviolet irradiation. See: keratosis (18 Nov 1997) |
| keratosic cones | An obsolete term for horny pointed or rounded elevations on the hands and feet, occasionally observed in cases of gonorrhoeal rheumatism. (05 Mar 2000) |
| keratosis | <dermatology> A skin lesion that is abnormally sensitive to the effects of ultraviolet light (sunlight). Thought to be a precancerous skin lesion that is more common in the fair-skinned or elderly individual. Approximately 20% of these skin lesions will develop into squamous cell carcinoma. Prevention includes the use of sun screen agents and the avoidance of drugs (for example tetracyclines) known to cause photosensitivity reactions. Usually a discreet slightly raised, red or pink lesion located on a sun exposed surface. Texture may appear as rough, gritty or scaly. Growths may be biopsied to look for cancer or removed via cryotherapy or electrical cautery. Some topical agents may be used to promote peeling. (27 Sep 1997) |
| keratosis blennorrhagica | Pustules and crusts associated with Reiter's syndrome. Synonym: keratoderma blennorrhagica. (05 Mar 2000) |
| keratosis diffusa foetalis | most common form of ichthyosis characterised by prominent scaling especially on the exterior surfaces of the extremities. It is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait. (12 Dec 1998) |
Synonyms :
Synonyms : Disease, Meleda, Keratodermas, Palmoplantar, Keratoses, Palmoplantar, Palmoplantar Keratodermas, Palmoplantar Keratoses, Palmoplantar Keratosis
Synonyms : Syndrome, Thost-Unna, Syndrome, Unna-Thost, Thost Unna Syndrome, Unna Thost Syndrome
Synonyms : EPPK (Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma), Thost-Unna Disease, Epidermolytic, Unna-Thost Disease, Epidermolytic, EPPKs (Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma), Epidermolytic Thost-Unna Disease, Epidermolytic Unna-Thost Disease
Synonyms : Skin-Peeling Agents, Agents, Desquamating, Agents, Keratolytic, Agents, Skin-Peeling, Skin Peeling Agents
| keratinizing cyst |
keratinous cyst, any cyst containing keratinous material; see epithelial c.
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| keratolytic |
drugs that remove the keratin-containing outer layer of skin; used to treat skin disorders such as warts and dandruff
출처: www.american-depot.com/services/resources_gl_k.asp
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| keratosis |
a growth on the skin that is the result of overproduction of the protein keratin
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| keratinocyte |
A particular cell type in the cornea that is defined by the expression of keratins.
출처: www.nature.com/nrg/journal/v4/n11/glossary/nrg1202...
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| keratitis |
An inflammation or irritation of the cornea, which is often characterized by cloudiness or loss of lustre. There are many types, causes and degrees of severity. Generally, the infection occurs after the cornea has been injured or penetrated, allowing bacteria or fungi to enter.
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