Cataracts Flashcards
1
Q
what is a cataract?
A
clouding of the lens
2
Q
risk factors for cataracts
A
smoking alcohol hypocalcaemia age congenital steroids trauma DM
3
Q
presentation of cataracts
A
gradual visual loss that is hazy/blurry
usually unilateral
difficulty driving, reading, watching TV
starbursts appear around lights, particularly at night
4
Q
diagnosis of cataracts
A
red reflex loss in congenital cataracts
red reflex lost on photos in adults
5
Q
management of cataracts
A
surgical removal with intra-ocular lens implant if symptomatic
6
Q
complications of cataract surgery
A
endophthalmitis
emergency intravitreal antibiotics required
