peripheral anterior synechia


go·ni·o·sy·nech·i·a

(gō'nē-ō-si-nek'ē-ă), Adhesion of the iris to the posterior surface of the cornea in the angle of the anterior chamber; associated with angle-closure glaucoma. Synonym(s): peripheral anterior synechia [G. gōnia, angle, + synechis, holding together]

peripheral anterior synechia

Adhesion between the iris and periphery of the cornea (PAS); usually near the anterior chamber angle. Can cause glaucoma by blocking the outflow of aqueous. Caused by inflammation See also: synechia