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miosis /mi·o·sis/ (mi-o´sis) contraction of the pupil.
miosis (mī·ōˑ·sis), n an ocular condition characterized by excessive constriction of the sphincter muscles of the iris; results in small pupils; stimulation of the pupillary reflex by an increase in light and certain drugs may result in temporary miosis. miosis (mīō´sis), n 1. the contraction of the sphincter muscle of the iris, causing the pupil to become smaller. n 2. an abnormal condition characterized by excessive constriction of the sphincter muscle of the iris, resulting in very small, pinpoint pupils. miosis, myosis excessive contraction of the pupil. |
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