Lens Flashcards
1
Q
List some causes presenile cataracts
A
Diabetes
Atopy
Steroids
High myopia
2
Q
what are the three locations of cataract?
A
Nuclear sclerosis
Posterior subcapsular
Cortical
3
Q
Causes of leukocoria
A
Cataract Toxocara Granuloma Retinoblastoma Retinopathy of prematurity Retinal dysplasias Retinal detachment
4
Q
What is ectopia lentis?
A
Partial or complete dislocation of the lens
5
Q
What causes ectopia lentis?
A
Trauma
Syphilis
Tumour
Marfan’s syndrome
