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mydriasis Definition

my·dria·sis (mi drīə sis, mī-)

noun

prolonged or excessive dilatation of the pupil of the eye, as the result of disease or the administration of a drug

Etymology: LL < Gr

mydriasis Usage Examples

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  • produce: Dust from the weed can produce mydriasis ( Goldey et al.
  • cause: Glaucoma Because sibutramine can cause mydriasis, it should be used with caution in patients with narrow angle glaucoma.