Keratic precipitate
Keratic Precipitate
Keratic precipitate (pronounced: keh-rah-tik preh-sih-pih-tate) is a medical term used in ophthalmology to describe small, white or yellowish deposits that form on the inner surface of the cornea. These deposits are typically associated with inflammation of the uvea, a condition known as uveitis.
Etymology
The term "Keratic precipitate" is derived from the Greek word "keras" meaning horn, referring to the cornea, and the Latin word "praecipitare" meaning to fall down, referring to the falling down or settling of inflammatory cells on the cornea.
Related Terms
- Cornea: The clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye.
- Uvea: The middle layer of the eye, consisting of the iris, ciliary body, and choroid.
- Uveitis: Inflammation of the uvea, which can cause redness, pain, light sensitivity, blurred vision, and dark, floating spots in the field of vision.
- Inflammation: A protective response by the body's immune system to infection, injury, or irritation.
- Immune system: The body's defense against infectious organisms and other invaders.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Keratic precipitate
- Wikipedia's article - Keratic precipitate
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