Concept information
Preferred term
Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
Type
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Topical Descriptor
Broader concept
Entry terms
- MG Dysfunction
- MG Dysfunctions
Scope note
- A chronic dysfunction of MEIBOMIAN GLANDS characterized by altered tear film stability and function due to a decrease or alteration in lipid quality/content in meibum. It is often associated with evaporative-type DRY EYE SYNDROME.
History note
- 2020
In other languages
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Finnish
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meibomiitti
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posteriorinen blefariitti
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Swedish
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MG dysfunktion
URI
http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D000080343
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