Term info
database cross reference
- UMLS:C0030353
- MSH:D010211
- SNOMEDCT_US:423341008
- SNOMEDCT_US:73221001
- SNOMEDCT_US:248487006
Subsets
hposlim_core
comment
The borders of the optic disc are normally clear and well defined upon fundoscopic examination. Papilledema is optic disc swelling that can lead to the blurring of optic margins and elevation of optic disc.
definition
Papilledema refers to edema (swelling) of the optic disc secondary to any factor which increases cerebral spinal fluid pressure.
has alternative id
HP:0001130
id
HP:0001085