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Inequality, Pupillary Size

Inequality, Pupillary Size Definition & Meaning
Inequality, Pupillary Size Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Medical Term Inequality, Pupillary Size?

Unequal pupil size, which may represent a benign physiologic variant or a manifestion of disease. Pathologic anisocoria reflects an abnormality in the musculature of the iris (IRIS DISEASES) or in the parasympathetic or sympathetic pathways that innervate the pupil. Physiologic anisocoria refers to an asymmetry of pupil diameter, usually less than 2mm, that is not associated with disease.

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