Graves ophthalmopathy
Pronunciation: gravz
Definition: exophthalmos caused by increased water content of retroocular orbital tissues; associated with thyroid disease, usually hyperthyroidism.
Synonym(s): endocrine ophthalmopathy, Graves orbitopathy
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