Corneal
Corneal
Corneal (pronunciation: /kɔːrˈniːəl/) refers to anything related to the cornea, the transparent front part of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber. The term is derived from the Latin word 'corneus', which means 'horny', a reference to the tough, protective nature of the cornea.
Etymology
The term 'corneal' is derived from the Latin word 'corneus', which means 'horny'. This is a reference to the tough, protective nature of the cornea. The Latin word 'corneus' is itself derived from 'cornu', which means 'horn'.
Related Terms
- Corneal Abrasion: A scratch or scrape on the cornea.
- Corneal Ulcer: An open sore on the cornea.
- Corneal Edema: Swelling of the cornea.
- Corneal Dystrophy: A group of rare genetic eye disorders in which abnormal material accumulates in the cornea.
- Corneal Transplant: A surgical procedure where a damaged or diseased cornea is replaced by donated corneal tissue.
- Corneal Reflex: A reflex action of the eye resulting in automatic blinking in response to stimuli such as touch or bright light.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Corneal
- Wikipedia's article - Corneal
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