ophthalmoscopy

[of-thal-mos-kuh-pee, -thuh l-, op-]

noun, plural oph·thal·mos·co·pies.

the use of or technique of using an ophthalmoscope.

Origin of ophthalmoscopy

First recorded in 1720–30; ophthalmo- + -scopy

Related formsoph·thal·mos·co·pist, noun

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Historical Examples of ophthalmoscopy

As these are variable quantities, the practice of ophthalmoscopy demands a little address, which habit quickly gives.
The Catholic World. Volume II; Numbers 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12.
E. Rameur
Another series of examples may be chosen to illustrate the application of ophthalmoscopy.
The Catholic World. Volume II; Numbers 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12.
E. Rameur

British Dictionary definitions for ophthalmoscopy

ophthalmoscopy

noun

examination of the interior of the eye with an ophthalmoscope

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Medicine definitions for ophthalmoscopy

ophthalmoscopy

[ŏf′thəl-mŏs′kə-pē, -thăl-, ŏp′-]

n.

Examination of the interior of the eye through the pupil with an ophthalmoscope.

Related formsoph•thal′mo•scop′ic (-thăl′mə-skŏp′ĭk) null adj.