tarsorrhaphy (Meaning)
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tarsorrhaphy (n.)
An operation to diminish the size of the opening between eyelids when enlarged by surrounding cicatrices.
Synonyms & Antonyms of tarsorrhaphy
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tarsorrhaphy Sentence Examples
- The surgeon performed a tarsorrhaphy to correct the patient's eyelid malposition.
- A lateral tarsorrhaphy was necessary to address the patient's incomplete eyelid closure.
- The ophthalmologist considered a tarsorrhaphy for the patient with severe corneal exposure.
- A temporary tarsorrhaphy was placed to protect the cornea from further damage.
- The patient underwent a tarsorrhaphy for a large eyelid defect caused by a laceration.
- The tarsorrhaphy procedure involved suturing the eyelids partially closed.
- A tarsorrhaphy can be used to treat lagophthalmos, a condition where the eyelid does not close completely.
- The ophthalmologist monitored the patient's tarsorrhaphy site for any signs of infection or complications.
- The tarsorrhaphy was successful in improving the patient's eyelid function and protecting the eye.
- A tarsorrhaphy is often performed under local anesthesia in an outpatient setting.
FAQs About the word tarsorrhaphy
An operation to diminish the size of the opening between eyelids when enlarged by surrounding cicatrices.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The surgeon performed a tarsorrhaphy to correct the patient's eyelid malposition.
A lateral tarsorrhaphy was necessary to address the patient's incomplete eyelid closure.
The ophthalmologist considered a tarsorrhaphy for the patient with severe corneal exposure.
A temporary tarsorrhaphy was placed to protect the cornea from further damage.
