Crossword clues for uveitis
Wiktionary
uveitis
n. (context pathology English) Inflammation of the uvea.
WordNet
uveitis
n. inflammation of the uvea of the eye
Wikipedia
Uveitis
Uveitis is the inflammation of the uvea, the pigmented layer that lies between the inner retina and the outer fibrous layer composed of the sclera and cornea. The uvea consists of the middle layer of pigmented vascular structures of the eye and includes the iris, ciliary body, and choroid. Uveitis is an ophthalmic emergency and requires a thorough examination by an optometrist or ophthalmologist and urgent treatment to control the inflammation.
Usage examples of "uveitis".
Actually she had no idea what anterior uveitis was, but she decided it was as good a point as any to ask Ralph to drive her home.