per·i·or·bit·al (p r  -ôr b -tl)adj. 1. Situated around the orbit of the eye. 2. Of, relating to, or characterizing the periorbit. |
periorbital
[per′i·ôr′bitəl]
pertaining to the area surrounding the socket of the eye.
periorbital (per´ēôr´bit
l),adj surrounding the eyes. The periorbital soft tissues are easily contused and produce marked inflammatory responses to trauma.
periorbital
around the eye socket.
periorbital eczema
ovine staphylococcal dermatitis.
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