disciform degeneration

dis·ci·form de·gen·er·a·tion

foveal or parafoveal subretinal neovascularization with retinal separation and hemorrhage leading finally to a circular mass of fibrous tissue with marked loss of visual acuity.

Synonym(s): disciform macular degeneration

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dis·ci·form de·gen·er·a·tion

(dis'ki-fōrm dĕ-jen'ĕr-ā'shŭn)

Subretinal neovascularization with retinal separation and hemorrhage leading finally to a circular mass of fibrous tissue with marked loss of visual acuity.
Synonym(s): disciform scar.

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