Cataracts Flashcards
1
Q
What are the risk factors for cataracts?
A
Increasing age Smoking Diabetes Systemic corticosteroids Hypocalcaemia (chronic)
2
Q
What is the presentation of cataracts
A
Gradual painless loss of vision
Difficulties recognising faces, watching tv and reading text
Haloes around light
Glare
3
Q
What is the most common complication of cataract surgery?
A
Posterior capsule opacification
4
Q
What is meant by endophthalmitis?
A
Purulent inflammation of intra-ocular fluids
