Cheesewiring
Cheesewiring
Cheesewiring (pronunciation: /ˈtʃiːzˌwaɪərɪŋ/) is a term used in medical context, particularly in ophthalmology, to describe a specific complication that can occur after certain types of eye surgeries.
Etymology
The term "cheesewiring" is derived from the process of cutting cheese with a wire, which is similar to the way the sutures can cut through ocular tissues in the event of this complication.
Definition
Cheesewiring refers to the phenomenon where a suture material cuts through the tissue it is supposed to hold together, similar to a wire cutting through cheese. This can occur when the tension on the suture is too great for the tissue to withstand. In ophthalmology, this is often seen in the context of Glaucoma surgeries, where adjustable sutures are used to control the intraocular pressure.
Related Terms
- Suture: A stitch or row of stitches sewn to hold together the edges of a wound or surgical incision.
- Glaucoma: A group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, the health of which is vital for good vision.
- Intraocular pressure: The fluid pressure inside the eye.
- Ophthalmology: The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cheesewiring
- Wikipedia's article - Cheesewiring
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