Eye, Artificial

A ready-made or custom-made prosthesis of glass or plastic shaped and colored to resemble the anterior portion of a normal eye and used for cosmetic reasons. It is attached to the anterior portion of an orbital implant (ORBITAL IMPLANTS) which is placed in the socket of an enucleated or eviscerated eye. (From Dorland, 28th ed)

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Tree Number(s): E07.695.225

MeSH Unique ID: D005137

Entry Terms:

• Artificial Eye
• Artificial Eyes
• Eyes, Artificial
• Ocular Prosthesis
• Ocular Prostheses
• Prostheses, Ocular
• Prosthesis, Ocular

See Also:

• Orbital Implants

All MeSH Categories
Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment Category
Equipment and Supplies
Prostheses and Implants
Eye, Artificial