Definition of Ophthalmoscopy
1. Noun. Examination of the interior of an eye using an ophthalmoscope.
Definition of Ophthalmoscopy
1. n. A branch of physiognomy which deduces the knowledge of a person's temper and character from the appearance of the eyes.
Definition of Ophthalmoscopy
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Medical Definition of Ophthalmoscopy
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Observation of the optic disc, retina and blood vessels. May be examined by direct or indirect ophthalmoscopy. In direct ophthalmoscopy the examiner uses an ophthalmoscope the size of a flashlight to shine a beam of light into your eye. In indirect ophthalmoscopy a head lamp device is used and a much brighter light. Visualisation of the retina is important in conditions such as glaucoma, diabetes, hypertension and conditions that cause increased intracranial pressure.
(27 Sep 1997)
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