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mydriasis

/mɪˈdraɪ.ə.sɪs/

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noun

/mɪˈdraɪ.ə.sɪs/C2formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, характеризующееся рефлекторным расширением зрачка, возникающее в ответ на низкий уровень освещенности или в результате приема некоторых лекарств.

A medical condition characterized by reflex dilation of the pupil, occurring in response to low light levels or as a result of certain drugs.

uncountable

  1. Pupil dilationC2formalmedical

    Reflex dilation of the pupil caused by contraction of the dilator muscle of the iris, occurring in response to low light conditions or certain medications.

    ruРасширение зрачка

    • The doctor observed mydriasis after administering the eye drops.
    • Mydriasis can be a side effect of some antidepressant medications.
    • In dim lighting, mydriasis allows more light to enter the eye.
    • The patient's mydriasis was a normal reaction to the ophthalmological exam.

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