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Retinal detachment
Retinal detachment: A separation of the retina from its connection at the back of the eye. The separation usually results from a tear (that is, a rent or rip, not a tear drop) in the retina. The tear often occurs when the vitreous gel…
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- Electron microscopy A recording of the eye movements, usually done to confirm the presence of nystagmus. Electronystagmogram may…
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