Definition of Ectropion

1. n. An unnatural eversion of the eyelids.

Medical Definition of Ectropion

1. Eversion or turning outward of the border of the eyelid against the eyeball. Common with aging this condition can interfere with the normal tearing process in the eye. May also be seen in individuals with Down's syndrome. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Ectropion

ectozoic
ectozoic
ectozoon
ectozoon
ectro-
ectrocheiry
ectrodactyly
ectrodactyly
ectrodactyly-ectodermal dysplasia-clefting syndrome
ectrogenic
ectrogeny
ectromelia
ectromelia virus
ectromelic
ectropic
ectropion (current term)
ectropion uveae
ectropium
ectropody
ectrosyndactyly
ectrotic
ectylurea
ectypal
ectype
ectype
ectypes
ectypography
ecu
Ecuador
Ecuadoran

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