Vitreology
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Vitreology
Vitreology (pronunciation: vih-tree-ol-uh-jee) is a branch of medicine that focuses on the study and treatment of diseases and conditions related to the vitreous body in the human eye.
Etymology
The term "Vitreology" is derived from the Latin word "vitreus", meaning "glassy" or "transparent", and the Greek word "logia", which means "study of". This is in reference to the vitreous body's clear, gel-like substance.
Related Terms
- Vitreous body: The clear, gel-like substance that fills the space between the lens and the retina in the human eye.
- Vitreous detachment: A condition where the vitreous body separates from the retina.
- Vitreous hemorrhage: A condition where blood leaks into the vitreous body.
- Vitrectomy: A surgical procedure to remove the vitreous body from the eye.
- Vitreous floaters: Small specks or clouds moving in your field of vision as you look at a blank wall or a clear blue sky.
- Vitreous humor: Another term for the vitreous body, often used in the context of its role in maintaining the eye's shape.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vitreology
- Wikipedia's article - Vitreology
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