MORGAGNIAN CYST Meaning and
Definition
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A Morgagnian cyst, also known as a retinal or vitreous cyst, is a relatively rare pathology that develops within the vitreous body of the eye. The vitreous body is a transparent gel-like substance that fills the space between the lens and the retina, providing shape and support to the eyeball.
This cyst formation occurs as a result of liquefaction and degeneration of the vitreous humor, causing the inner layer to detach from the outer layer. As a consequence, the inner layer may collapse and form a cyst-like structure that floats freely within the vitreous body.
A Morgagnian cyst is typically filled with a clear, watery fluid, surrounded by a delicate, fibrous membrane. The size of the cyst can vary, ranging from small to large, and its movement may be influenced by eye movements and gravity.
Although Morgagnian cysts are usually asymptomatic and not visually significant, they can sometimes cause visual disturbances if they float into the visual axis, leading to blurred or distorted vision. In rare cases, larger cysts may impact the retina, potentially causing retinal tears or detachments, and are consequently more likely to require surgical intervention.
Treatment for a Morgagnian cyst often involves observation, as most cases do not require intervention. However, if the cyst significantly impairs vision or poses a risk to the retina, surgical removal may be necessary.
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Hydatid of Morgagni, cystic dilatation of the long fimbria of the Fallopian tube.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for MORGAGNIAN CYST
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Etymology of MORGAGNIAN CYST
The term "Morgagnian cyst" is named after Giovanni Battista Morgagni, an Italian anatomist and pathologist who lived from 1682 to 1771. He is considered one of the founders of modern anatomical pathology.
The word "cyst" comes from the Greek word "kystis", which means "bladder" or "bag". It refers to an abnormal sac or pocket in the body, often containing fluid or semi-solid material.
"Morgagnian" refers to Morgagni himself, indicating that the cyst is associated with his name. Morgagnian cysts specifically refer to a type of cyst found in the eye known as a "ruptured lens capsule", where the lens of the eye leaks out from its natural position due to a rupture or break in the capsule that encloses it.
