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Preferred term

Esotropia  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A form of ocular misalignment characterized by an excessive convergence of the visual axes, resulting in a "cross-eye" appearance. An example of this condition occurs when paralysis of the lateral rectus muscle causes an abnormal inward deviation of one eye on attempted gaze.

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Convergent Strabismus
  • Cross-Eye
  • Internal Strabismus
  • Strabismus, Convergent
  • Strabismus, Internal

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-TLMNK338-V

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