Skip to main content
strabismus

strabismus

1 9.8
A problem in which one or both eyes do not point the same way
  • noun
  • /strəˈbɪzməs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : estrabismo
  • Ophthalmologic examination demonstrated that all three children had strabismus, primary telecanthus, and bilateral coloboma iridis (figure).
  • strabismus, primary telecanthus
  • primary strabismus

But probably not in children that have strabismus where one eye turns in too much.

Autoplay Next

Examples

  • The doctor explained that strabismus, often referred to as crossed eyes, can be treated with glasses or surgery.

  • On examination, all 3 were found to have strabismus, primary telecanthus, bilateral coloboma iridis, and low-set ears with posterior rotation of the pinnae.

    Academic text (2004)
  • But probably not in children that have strabismus where one eye turns in too much.

  • It also appears he has strabismus, which probably means he does not do well in school.

    Blog text (2)
  • Among the students with optic atrophy, 2 had associated strabismus.

    Academic text (2008)
  • One of the twins presents with strabismus, primary telecanthus, and bilateral coloboma iridis.

    Academic text (2004)
  • Cruz reported good results with mitomycin C in preventing postoperative adhesions in strabismus.

    Academic text (2005)
  • If a child has strabismus, their eyes may point in different directions, causing vision problems.

  • Parents should be aware that strabismus can affect a child's depth perception and coordination.

Synonyms

squint
vsstrabismus
  • Specialized
2 6.8

A condition in which the eyes do not point in the same direction

is the general condition of eye misalignment in any direction
crossed eye
vsstrabismus
  • Specialized
1 5.8

One or both eyes turn inward toward the nose

is the broader term for misalignment, not only inward turning
walleye
vsstrabismus
  • Specialized
1 9.9

One or both eyes point outward instead of looking straight

is a general misalignment that includes both inward and outward directions
divergent strabismus
vsstrabismus
  • Specialized
8.9

One or both eyes turn outward away from the nose

is a general misalignment not limited to outward turning
exotropia
vsstrabismus
  • Specialized
9.9

One or both eyes turn outward so they point away from the nose

is a broader misalignment that may be inward or outward
convergent strabismus
vsstrabismus
  • Specialized
8.3

A condition where one or both eyes turn inward toward the nose

is a general misalignment not limited to inward turning
esotropia
vsstrabismus
  • Specialized
9.9

One or both eyes turn inward toward the nose

is a broader misalignment that can also point outward
cross-eye
vsstrabismus
  • Specialized
8.4

A condition where one or both eyes turn in toward the nose

is the general misalignment, not specifically inward turning

Compounds

convergent strabismus
  • Specialized
8.3

A condition where one or both eyes turn inward toward the nose

divergent strabismus
  • Specialized
8.9

One or both eyes turn outward away from the nose

How Misaligned

strabismus
  • Specialized
1 9.8
alignment
41 3.9

Surface Forms

strabismus singular
strabismus plural

Etymology

The word strabismus comes from the Greek word strabismos, from the root strab- meaning 'to look sideways' or 'squint'. So, strabismus is the medical name for when one or both eyes are not lined up and point in different directions.