CATARACT DISCISSION
\kˈatɐɹˌakt dɪsˈɪʃən], \kˈatɐɹˌakt dɪsˈɪʃən], \k_ˈa_t_ɐ_ɹ_ˌa_k_t d_ɪ_s_ˈɪ_ʃ_ə_n]\
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An operation for cataract consisting in incising the anterior capsule of the lens in one or more directions by means of a needle with cutting edges, inserted through the cornea or through the sclera, without depressing or disturbing the lens. [Lat.]
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
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Procollagen Proline Dioxygenase
- mixed-function oxygenase that catalyzes hydroxylation prolyl-glycyl-containing-peptide, usually in protocollagen, hydroxyprolylglycyl-peptide. The enzyme utilizes molecular oxygen with a concomitant oxidative decarboxylation of 2-oxoglutarate to succinate. EC 1.14.11.2.