subcapsular

adjective

sub·cap·su·lar | \ ˌsəb-ˈkap-sə-lər

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Definition of subcapsular

: situated or occurring beneath or within a capsule subcapsular cataracts

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Canadian researchers reported a 50 percent increased risk of posterior subcapsular cataracts among statin users (Optometry and Vision Science, August 2012). — Teresa Graedon, The Seattle Times, "Homemade ‘ginger ale’ calms upset stomach," 27 Aug. 2017

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subcapsular

adjective

sub·cap·su·lar | \ ˌsəb-ˈkap-sə-lər

\

Medical Definition of subcapsular

: situated or occurring beneath or within a capsule subcapsular cataracts

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