Anisocoria

Affiliations

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

Abstract

Anisocoria is a term derived from two Greek words, “aniso-” meaning unequal, “kore” meaning pupil, and a Latin suffix “ia” meaning abnormal condition. Anisocoria is characterized by a difference in pupil sizes. This phenomenon results due to disturbances in the efferent pathway dynamics. It can be physiological as well as pathological, occurring due to numerous causes, ranging from benign to life-threatening. This article highlights the neurological as well as the ophthalmological aspects of this condition.

Document Type

Article

PubMed ID

29261943

Book Chapter/Book Details

StatPearls Publishing, Treasure Island (FL)

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