Iritis
| Definition: |
Inflammation of the iris characterized by circumcorneal injection, aqueous flare, keratotic precipitates, and constricted and sluggish pupil along with discoloration of the iris. |
| Notes: |
a type of anterior uveitis |
Iritis Definitions and Terms
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