Opthamology Flashcards
1
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Acute angle glaucoma pathophysiology
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Caused due to an increase in ocular pressure due to poor outflow of vitreous humour through the trabecular mesh. Increase in pressure causes damage to the ocular nerve.
2
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Acute glaucoma presentation
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Systemically unwell Severely painful eye Blurred vision Halos around lights Headache and N+V
3
Q
Acute glaucoma on examination
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Red eye Hazy cornea Decreased in visual acuity Teary eye Pupil dilated and fixed Firm and hard on palpation
4
Q
Acute glaucoma treatment
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Lie on back Pilocarpine eye drops Acetazolamide 500mg orally Analgesia Antiemetic Timolol Definitive treatment by laser iridotomy
