Peritomy
Peritomy
Peritomy (pronounced: pe-ri-to-my) is a medical term that refers to the surgical incision of the cornea or the sclera in the eye.
Etymology
The term "Peritomy" is derived from the Greek words "peri," meaning around, and "tome," meaning cutting. Thus, it refers to a cutting around a specific area, in this case, the cornea or sclera.
Procedure
In a peritomy procedure, a surgeon makes an incision in the cornea or sclera, usually to facilitate another eye surgery such as cataract surgery or glaucoma surgery. The incision allows the surgeon to access the inner parts of the eye. After the main procedure, the incision is typically sutured closed.
Related Terms
- Cornea: The clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye.
- Sclera: The white outer layer of the eye.
- Cataract surgery: A procedure to remove the lens of your eye and, in most cases, replace it with an artificial lens.
- Glaucoma surgery: A series of surgical procedures to reduce pressure in the eye due to glaucoma.
See Also
- Ophthalmology: The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.
- Eye surgery: Surgery performed on the eye or its adnexa, typically by an ophthalmologist.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Peritomy
- Wikipedia's article - Peritomy
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