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Staphyloplasty
Plastic surgery of the uvula or soft palate.
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Staphylopharyngorrhaphy
Any of several different operations on the soft palate and uvula.
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Uveal staphyloma
The protrusion of any portion of the uvea through the sclera.
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Total staphyloma
An opaque, protuberant scar found in place of the cornea. It is caused by a perforation of the cornea resulting in poor vision, increased tension, and rupture of thin scar. Treatment involves incision, excision, and ablation.
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Partial staphyloma
Staphyloma that extends in one direction, displacing the pupil. The remainder of the cornea is clear.
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Intercalary staphyloma
Staphyloma in the region of the union of the sclera with the periphery of the iris.
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Equatorial staphyloma
Staphyloma in the equatorial region of the eye.
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Ciliary staphyloma
Staphyloma in the region of the ciliary body.
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Anterior staphyloma
Globular enlargement of the anterior part of the eye.
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Staphylodermatitis
A dermatitis caused by staphylococci. A skin condition or disease caused by staphylococci bacteria.
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