Abnormalities Of Iris And Pupils Flashcards

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• causes a shallow anterior chamber, which may increase the risk for narrow-angle (closed-angle) glaucoma

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IRREGULARLY SHAPED IRIS

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also known as pinpoint pupils, miosis is characterized by constricted and fixed pupils— possibly a result of narcotic drugs or brain damage.

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Miosis

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is pupils of unequal size.

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Anisocoria

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dilated and fixed pupils, typically resulting from central nervous system injury, circulatory collapse, or deep anesthesia.

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Mydriasis

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