About The Word Aphakia
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Aphakia
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What's The Definition Of Aphakia?
[n] absence of the natural lens of the eye (usually resulting from the removal of cataracts)
Synonyms | Synonyms for Aphakia: Related Terms | Find terms related to Aphakia: See Also | vision defect | visual defect | visual disorder | visual impairment Aphakia In Webster's Dictionary \A*pha"ki*a\, n. [NL.; Gr. 'a priv. + ? seed of a
lentil.] (Med.)
An anomalous state of refraction caused by the absence of the
crystalline lens, as after operations for cataract. The
remedy is the use of powerful convex lenses. --Dunglison.
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