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Iridectomy

Definition

An iridectomy is a surgical procedure where a part of the iris, the colored portion of the eye, is removed. This procedure is usually performed to treat certain eye conditions or to alleviate symptoms.

Examples

Example as a noun:

During the iridectomy, the ophthalmologist carefully removed a small portion of the iris to allow better fluid drainage in the patient's eye.

Example as a verb:

The ophthalmologist decided to iridectomize the patient's right eye to improve their condition.

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