visual defect
[/ˈvɪʒuəl ˈdiːfekt/]
nounpl: visual defects
defeito visual
1. An imperfection or abnormality in the eye or vision that prevents normal sight or causes reduced visual acuity
The patient was diagnosed with a visual defect that required corrective lenses.
O paciente foi diagnosticado com um defeito visual que exigia lentes corretivas.
2. Any structural or functional problem affecting the eye's ability to see clearly
Common visual defects include myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.
Defeitos visuais comuns incluem miopia, hipermetropia e astigmatismo.
In Brazil, eye care is often accessed through public health systems (SUS) or private ophthalmologists. The term 'defeito visual' is commonly used in medical contexts and educational materials. In the USA, visual defects are frequently corrected through optometrists or ophthalmologists, with discussion of LASIK, glasses, and contacts being culturally normalized.
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