Definition of Arcus senilis

1. Noun. A whitish deposit in the shape of an arc that is sometimes seen in the cornea.

Exact synonyms: Arcus
Generic synonyms: Cornea

Medical Definition of Arcus senilis

1. An opaque ring around the iris (coloured portion of the eye), seen most often in elderly people. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Arcus Senilis

arcus palatoglossus
arcus palatopharyngeus
arcus palmaris profundus
arcus palmaris superficialis
arcus palpebralis inferior
arcus palpebralis superior
arcus pedis longitudinalis
arcus pedis longitudinalis pars lateralis
arcus pedis longitudinalis pars medialis
arcus pedis transversalis
arcus plantaris
arcus posterior atlantis
arcus pubis
arcus raninus
arcus senilis (current term)
arcus senilis (current term)
arcus superciliaris
arcus tarseus
arcus tendineus
arcus tendineus fasciae pelvis
arcus tendineus musculi levatoris ani
arcus tendineus musculi solei
arcus tendineus of obturator fascia
arcus unguium
arcus venosus dorsalis pedis
arcus venosus juguli
arcus venosus palmaris profundus
arcus venosus palmaris superficialis
arcus venosus plantaris
arcus vertebrae

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