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Definition of Keratonyxis

1. n. The operation of removing a cataract by thrusting a needle through the cornea of the eye, and breaking up the opaque mass.

Definition of Keratonyxis

1. Noun. (medicine archaic) The operation of removing a cataract by thrusting a needle through the cornea of the eye and breaking up the opaque mass. ¹

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Medical Definition of Keratonyxis

1. The operation of removing a cataract by thrusting a needle through the cornea of the eye, and breaking up the opaque mass. Origin: Gr, horn + puncture. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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