Category: I
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Irrational
Contrary to what is reasonable or logical; used to describe ideas that are improvable, unsound, or unwise.
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Interstitial irradiation
Therapeutic irradiation by insertion into the tissues of capillary tubes or beads containing radon (a radioactive isotope). It may be temporary or permanent.
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Irradiating
Diverging or spreading out from a common center.
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Irradiate
To expose to radiation.
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Iron overload
Organ failure that results from excessive accumulation of iron in the body, usually as a result of frequent transfusions or hemochromatosis. An unintended consequence that arises from repeated instances of transferring blood from one individual to another is the excessive buildup of iron within the body. This abnormal elevation in iron levels can lead to…
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Piebald iris
A dark discoloration in an irregularly shaped area. It may be in one or both eyes.
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Iridotasis
A stretching of the iris in the treatment of glaucoma.
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Iridosclerotomy
Piercing of the sclera and the border of the iris.
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Iridoschisis
Separation of the stroma of the iris into two layers with disintegration of the anterior layer.
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Iridorrhexis
Rupture of the iris, or a tearing of the iris away from its attachment.