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
2
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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
3
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is pupils of unequal size.
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Anisocoria
4
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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