Ophthalmology
OPHTHALMOLOGY (Gr. o^eaX/iOS, eye), the science of the anatomy, physiology and pathology of the eye (see Eve and Vision). From the same Greek word come numerous other derivatives: e.g. ophthalmia, the general name for conjunctival inflammations (see Eye diseases, under Eye) ; and the instruments ophthalmometer and ophthalmoscope (see Vision).
Note - this article incorporates content from Encyclopaedia Britannica, Eleventh Edition, (1910-1911)
