Ectropionized

/ɛkˈtroʊpiənaɪzd/ adjective

Definition

Having undergone ectropionization; describing an eyelid that has been surgically or pathologically turned outward.

Etymology

From 'ectropionize' (verb) + '-ed' (past participle); describes the state of having had ectropionization applied.

Kelly Says

An ectropionized eyelid might look wrong to you, but if it helps the eye drain properly or improves scarring outcomes, it's a clever surgical trick!

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