| Definition of 'keratoconus' |
Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) keratoconus
abnormal cone-shaped protrusion of the cornea of the eye; can be treated by epikeratophakia
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| Definition of 'keratoconus' |
U.S. National Library of Medicine |
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1. keratoconus
A noninflammatory, usually bilateral protrusion of the cornea, the apex being displaced downward and nasally. It occurs most commonly in females at about puberty. The cause is unknown but hereditary factors may play a role. The -conus refers to the cone shape of the corneal protrusion. (From Dorland, 27th ed)
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