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DeCS
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Descriptor English:
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Orthoptics
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Descriptor Spanish:
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Ortóptica
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Descriptor Portuguese:
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Ortóptica
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Synonyms English:
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Orthoptic
Pleoptic
Pleoptics
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Tree Number:
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E02.730
H02.573
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Definition English:
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The study and treatment of defects in binocular vision resulting from defects in the optic musculature or of faulty visual habits. It involves a technique of eye exercises designed to correct the visual axes of eyes not properly coordinated for binocular vision. |
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See Related English:
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Strabismus
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Allowable Qualifiers English:
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Record Number:
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10165
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Unique Identifier:
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D009988
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Occurrence in VHL:
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Similar:
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DeCS
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