aphakia
Eye Without a Lens
Plain-language definition
An eye with no lens, usually after cataract removal without an implant. Pseudophakia means the eye has an artificial intraocular lens after cataract surgery.
Where this term comes up
“Macular edema risk: Use with caution in aphakia, pseudophakia with torn posterior lens capsule”
Medication · Vyzulta (Latanoprostene Bunod)
- Category
- Treatment or procedure
- Also written as
- No alternate forms listed.
Treatment terms describe procedures, surgeries, devices, or treatment strategies used to manage eye and vision conditions.
Related glossary terms
- pseudophakia
Eye With an Artificial Lens
- conjunctiva
Eye Surface Membrane
- hyperemia
Visible Eye Redness
- IOP
Intraocular Pressure
- macula
Central Retina
- prostaglandin
Glaucoma Pressure-Lowering Drop
A note on medical context
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