Pterygium

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Pterygium refers to any winglike triangular membrane occurring in the neck, eyes, knees, elbows, ankles or digits.

The term comes from the Greek word pterygion meaning "wing".

Types

• Popliteal pterygium syndrome, which affects the legs.
• Pterygium (conjunctiva)

References

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