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retrolental fibroplasia |
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fibroplasia /fi·bro·pla·sia/ (-pla´zhah) the formation of fibrous tissue.fibroplas´tic retrolental fibroplasia (RLF) retinopathy of prematurity.
retrolental fibroplasia [-len′təl] Etymology: L, retro + lentil, lens, fibra, fiber; Gk, plassein, to mold 1 a formation of fibrous tissue behind the lens of the eye, resulting in blindness. 2 a severe form of retinopathy in premature infants associated with complete retinal detachment. It can be prevented by timely administration of retinal laser therapy. retrolental behind the lens of the eye. retrolental fibroplasia a retinopathy caused by exposure to high concentrations of oxygen at a young age; reported in kittens. retrolental fibroplasia Retinopathy of prematurity, see there How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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