Corneal Opacity
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Disorder occurring in the central or peripheral area of the cornea. The usual degree of transparency becomes relatively opaque. |
Corneal Opacity Categories.
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Arcus Senilis - A corneal disease in which there is a deposition of phospholipid and cholesterol in the corneal stroma and anterior sclera. |
Corneal Opacity Definitions and Terms
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