Pterygium
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Pterygium refers to any winglike triangular membrane occurring in the neck, eyes, knees, elbows, ankles or digits.[1]
In the eye, a pinguecula is called a pterygium if it invades the cornea.
The term comes from the Greek word pterygion meaning "wing".
[edit] Types
- Popliteal pterygium syndrome, which affects the legs.
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