proptosis
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1Other words from proptosis
- prop·tosed [prop-tohst], /ˈprɒp toʊst/, prop·tot·ic [prop-tot-ik], /prɒpˈtɒt ɪk/, adjective
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How to use proptosis in a sentence
Hmorrhage into the capsule of Tenon, leading to intense proptosis, only occurs when the subconjunctival method is adopted.
The operation is liable to be followed by great proptosis as the result of hmorrhage into the orbit.
proptosis, subconjunctival hæmorrhage, ecchymosis of eyelids.
Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900 | George Henry MakinsThere were marked right proptosis, less left proptosis, and slight patchy subconjunctival hæmorrhage of both eyes.
Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900 | George Henry MakinsIntra-orbital bleeding, subconjunctival hæmorrhage with proptosis and ecchymosis of the lids were usually well marked.
Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900 | George Henry Makins
British Dictionary definitions for proptosis
/ (prɒpˈtəʊsɪs) /
pathol the forward displacement of an organ or part, such as the eyeball: See also exophthalmos Compare prolapse
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