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closed-angle glaucoma meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of closed-angle glaucoma at MeaningMonkey.org. closed-angle glaucoma meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.CLOSED-ANGLE GLAUCOMA noun
Definition of closed-angle glaucoma (noun)
- glaucoma in which the iris blocks the outflow of aqueous humor
- "closed-angle glaucoma can cause a rapid buildup of high intraocular pressure that results in permanent visual damage in a couple of days"
- synonyms: acute glaucoma, angle-closure glaucoma
Source: Princeton University Wordnet