Description

An artificial eye, or ocular prosthesis, is a medical device designed to replace a missing or non-functional eye. It serves both cosmetic and functional purposes, allowing individuals to maintain a natural appearance and, in some cases, restore limited vision.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to artificial eyes using terms like 'ojo de vidrio' or 'ojo prostético', which are colloquial and should be avoided in formal contexts. It is important to maintain a clinical register and ensure that the term 'Ojo Artificial' is used consistently.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient received an Eye, Artificial after losing his eye in an accident.

ES: El paciente recibió un Ojo Artificial después de perder su ojo en un accidente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'ojo artificial' with 'ojo de vidrio'; misinterpreting related terms like 'prótesis ocular'; using informal language instead of clinical terminology