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ectropionnoun
a condition of loose eyelids, characterized by the turning outward of the lower eyelid.
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Ectropion
Ectropion is a medical condition in which the lower eyelid turns outwards. It is one of the notable aspects of newborns exhibiting congenital Harlequin-type ichthyosis, but ectropion can occur due to any weakening of tissue of the lower eyelid. The condition can be repaired surgically. Ectropion is also found in dogs as an inherited, developmental condition.
Webster Dictionary
Ectropionnoun
an unnatural eversion of the eyelids
Etymology: [NL., fr. Gr. , fr. a turning aside; from + to turn.]
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Ectropion
Ectropion is a medical condition in which the lower eyelid turns outwards. It is one of the notable aspects of newborns exhibiting congenital Harlequin-type ichthyosis, but ectropion can occur due to any weakening of tissue of the lower eyelid. The condition can be repaired surgically. Ectropion is also found in dogs as a genetic disorder in certain breeds.
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Ectropion
-um, ek-trōp′i-on, -um, n. eversion of the margin of the eyelid, so that the red inner surface is exposed.—adj. Ectrop′ic. [Gr. ek, out, and trepein, to turn.]
U.S. National Library of Medicine
Ectropion
The turning outward (eversion) of the edge of the eyelid, resulting in the exposure of the palpebral conjunctiva. (Dorland, 27th ed)
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of ectropion in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of ectropion in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
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