noun
- plural of choroid; the vascular layers of tissue between the retina and sclera in the eyes
Usage: anatomy; medical
Examples
- The ophthalmologist examined both choroids for signs of inflammation.
- Blood vessels in the choroids supply nutrients to the outer retinal layers.
- Damage to the choroids can affect vision quality.
- The choroids appeared normal in both eyes during the examination.
- Age-related changes in the choroids may contribute to vision problems.