Right greater than left optic chiasm

What does "Right greater than left optic chiasm" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Right greater than left optic chiasm" is a phrase used to describe a situation where a certain condition or change is affecting the right side of the optic chiasm more than the left side. The optic chiasm is a part of the brain where the optic (vision) nerves cross over. It's like saying that there's more pressure or influence on the part of the vision nerve pathway on the right side compared to the left.

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