General Surgery — Flashcards

Indications for cataract surgery? _____

_____ accelerates cataract formation because of chronic hyperglycaemia

Extended _____ is a risk factor for cataracts

Hint: medication

If primary open-angle glaucoma is suspected then refer _____

The primary cause of cataracts are _____

What is the definitive management for cataracts? _____

What is the management if you suspect a congenital cataract? _____

What is the leading cause of curable blindness worldwide? _____

Acute closed-angle glaucoma symptoms worsen with pupil _____

Hint: constriction/dilation

Acute angle closure glaucoma risk factors: _____ Asian descent Hyperopia

Hint: gender