GROSS ANATOMY
ORBIT EYE
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Geometric equator
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Anatomical equator
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Surgical equator
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -A staphyloma is an abnormal protrusion of the uveal tissue through a weak point in the eyeball. The protrusion is generally black in colour, due to the inner layers of the eye. It occurs due to weakening of outer layer of eye (cornea or sclera) by an inflammatory or degenerative condition.
Detailed explanation-2: -The slight bulge in the sclera at the front of the eye is a clear, thin, dome-shaped tissue called the cornea.
Detailed explanation-3: -Definition. The equator of the eyeball is the virtual line corresponding to the greatest circumference of the eyeball equidistant between the anterior and posterior poles.
Detailed explanation-4: -excessive tearing, or lacrimation. decreased vision. blurry vision. sensitivity to light, or photophobia.