Mydriasis Flashcards
1
Q
What is it?
A
Mydriasis occurs when an individual’s pupils (the black opening in the center of the eye that regulates light entry), become dilated, or larger.
2
Q
causes
A
third nerve palsy
Holmes-Adie pupil
traumatic iridoplegia
phaeochromocytoma
congenital
3
Q
drug causes
A
topical mydriatics: tropicamide, atropine
sympathomimetic drugs: amphetamines, cocaine
anticholinergic drugs: tricyclic antidepressants
4
Q
what is anisocoria?
A
a condition characterized by unequal pupil sizes. May result
