ARMD Flashcards
1
Q
pathology behind wet ARMD?
A
vessels growing under retina
leak and cause fluid build up
disciform scar can occur
2
Q
symptoms and signs of wet ARMD?
A
rapid central vision loss
metamorphosia
haemorrhages
3
Q
treatment of wet ARMD?
A
anti VEGF injections
4
Q
what is dry ARMD?
A
non exudative
5
Q
symptoms of dry ARMD?
A
gradual vision decline
central vision missing
6
Q
signs of dry ARMD?
A
atrophic patches of retina
drusen
7
Q
treatment of dry ARMD?
A
supportive e.g magnifiers etc
