How Do You Spell KERATECTASIA?

Pronunciation: [kˌɛɹe͡ɪtktˈe͡ɪzi͡ə] (IPA)

Keratectasia is a medical term used to describe a condition where the cornea of the eye becomes thinner, bulges and causes distortions in vision. The spelling of keratectasia follows the principles of American English phonetics: K (kay) + e (epsilon) + r (ar) + a (alpha) + t (tee) + e (epsilon) + c (see) + t (tee) + a (alpha) + s (ess) + i (eye) + a (alpha). The IPA phonetic transcription of keratectasia is /ˌkɛrətɛkˈteɪʒə/. This word is often misused interchangeably with keratoconus, which is a different corneal condition.

KERATECTASIA Meaning and Definition

1. Keratectasia is a medical term used to describe an abnormal thinning and bulging of the cornea, which is the transparent front portion of the eye that covers the iris and the pupil. It is a type of corneal ectasia, which refers to any condition characterized by a progressive weakening and protrusion of the cornea.

   In keratectasia, the cornea gradually becomes weak and loses its shape, leading to a bulging or protruding cornea. This condition is typically observed in individuals who have undergone refractive eye surgeries, such as LASIK or PRK, where corneal tissue is reshaped to correct nearsightedness or astigmatism. In some cases, keratectasia can also be associated with certain corneal diseases, such as keratoconus.

   Symptoms of keratectasia may include blurred or distorted vision, increased sensitivity to light, and a progressive deterioration of visual acuity. If left untreated, the condition can significantly impair a person's ability to see clearly.

   Treatment options for keratectasia depend on the severity and progression of the condition. In the early stages, glasses or contact lenses may be prescribed to correct the refractive errors caused by the protruding cornea. However, if the condition worsens, corneal cross-linking, a procedure that strengthens the cornea, may be recommended. In severe cases, a corneal transplant may be necessary to restore proper vision.

2. Keratoconus, staphyloma, protrusion of the cornea.

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

Common Misspellings for KERATECTASIA

• jeratectasia
• meratectasia
• leratectasia
• oeratectasia
• ieratectasia
• kwratectasia
• ksratectasia
• kdratectasia
• krratectasia
• k4ratectasia
• k3ratectasia
• keeatectasia
• kedatectasia
• kefatectasia
• ketatectasia
• ke5atectasia
• ke4atectasia
• kerztectasia
• kerstectasia

Etymology of KERATECTASIA

The word "keratectasia" is derived from the combination of two Greek words: "keras" (κέρας), meaning "horn" or "cornea", and "ektasis" (ἔκτασις), meaning "expansion" or "dilation". Therefore, "keratectasia" refers to the condition or state of the cornea being expanded or dilated.

Similar spelling words for KERATECTASIA

• cardiectasia,
• corticoids,
• keratosis,
• greedyguts,
• greatcoats.

Plural form of KERATECTASIA is KERATECTASIAS