How Do You Spell POSTERIOR SYMBLEPHARON?

1. Posterior symblepharon refers to a medical condition characterized by the adhesion or fusion of the conjunctiva, the thin layer of tissue that covers the inner surface of the eyelids and the white part of the eye (sclera), in the back of the eyeball. Specifically, it involves the formation of scar tissue between the conjunctiva and the underlying tissues, causing them to stick together. This adhesion commonly occurs in the posterior or backward part of the eye, hence the term "posterior" symblepharon.

   It is usually the result of inflammation, injury, or trauma to the conjunctiva, which triggers the healing process and leads to the formation of scar tissue. This condition can arise from various causes, such as ocular surgeries, burns, chronic conjunctivitis, or autoimmune diseases.

   Symptoms of posterior symblepharon may include eye redness, irritation, dryness, blurry vision, discomfort, tearing, and even decreased or limited eye movement. If left untreated, it can lead to more severe complications, such as corneal ulceration, corneal scarring, and visual impairment.

   Treatment options for posterior symblepharon typically aim to relieve symptoms, manage the underlying cause, and restore normal eye function. Non-surgical interventions may involve the use of lubricating eye drops, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medications, and gentle lid massage. In more severe cases or instances where conservative measures fail, surgical correction through techniques like conjunctival or amniotic membrane grafting might be necessary to release or reposition the adhered tissues and improve eye mobility. As a complex condition, posterior symblepharon often requires specialized ophthalmic care and ongoing monitoring to optimize visual outcomes.

2. Adhesion between the eyeball and lid involving the fornix.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for POSTERIOR SYMBLEPHARON

The word "posterior symblepharon" is derived from two Greek roots: "posterior" and "symblepharon".

1. "Posterior" comes from the Greek word "ποστερέωρ" (posteréōr), which means "behind" or "at the back". In medical terminology, "posterior" is used to refer to the back or rear of an organ or structure.

2. "Symblepharon" is derived from the Greek "σύν" (syn), meaning "together" or "with", and "βλέφαρον" (blépharon), which means "eyelid". A symblepharon is an adhesion or fusion of the eyelid to the eyeball, resulting in a partially or completely closed eye.