Glossary

Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

Ophthalmologie·Also: Augenheilkunde

Ophthalmology is the medical specialty dealing with diseases and injuries of the eye. It covers conditions such as cataract, glaucoma and retinal diseases.

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