What is another word for phthisis bulbi?
Pronunciation: [fθˈɪsiz bˈʌlba͡ɪ] (IPA) 
Phthisis bulbi, also known as atrophic bulbi or simply bulbi, refers to a shrunken or wasted eye resulting from various ocular pathologies. There are several synonyms to describe this condition including ocular atrophy, eyeball shriveling, enucleation, globe collapse, and ocular degeneration. Other synonyms may include ocular hypotony, phthisic eye, and emaciated eye. These synonyms describe the various stages of this pathological condition, usually caused by injuries, infections, or tumor growths. Although phthisis bulbi can lead to vision loss and the eventual removal of the eye, prompt and appropriate treatment can help manage the condition and prevent further complications.
