Definition of Chiasma opticum

1. Noun. The crossing of the optic nerves from the two eyes at the base of the brain.

Exact synonyms: Optic Chiasm, Optic Chiasma
Generic synonyms: Chiasm, Chiasma, Decussation

Medical Definition of Chiasma opticum

1. The anatomic point of crossing or decussation of the optic nerve fibres. most of the nerve fibres cross to the opposite side. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Chiasma Opticum

chias
chiasm
chiasm
chiasma
chiasma
chiasmal
chiasmapexy
chiasmas
chiasmata
chiasmatic
chiasmatic
chiasmatic cistern
chiasmatic groove
chiasmatic sulcus
chiasma opticum (current term)
chiasma opticum (current term)
chiasma syndrome
chiasma tendinum
chiasmi
chiasmic
chiasms
chiasmus
chiastic
chiastobasidial
chiaus
chiaused
chiauses
chiausing
chib
chibbed

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