Arcus Senilis [arcus senilis]

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Terms

arcus corneae senilis
arcus senilis corneae
gerontoxon

 

Arcus Corneae
Corneal Arcus

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Definition

A corneal disease in which there is a deposition of phospholipid and cholesterol in the corneal stroma and anterior sclera.

Annotation
cholesterol or hyalin deposits in cornea causing opacity; frequent in those over 50
DUI
D001112 MeSH Browser
CUI
M0001671
History note
91(64); was see under CORNEAL OPACITY 1990; was see under EYE DISEASES 1964-89
Public note
91; was see under CORNEAL OPACITY 1990; was see under EYE DISEASES 1964-89