Chapter 5: Diseases and Disorders of the Eye and Ear: Prognosis Flashcards
What is the prognosis of Presbyopia
excellent results with corrective lenses
What is the prognosis of Nystagmus
depends on treatment of underlying cause
What is the prognosis of Strabismus
children respond well to early treatment; for adults depends on underlying cause
What is the prognosis of Hordeolum (Stye)
self-limiting infection, good but recurrence is common
What is the prognosis of Chalazion
resolution expected, but can be recurrent
What is the prognosis of Keratitis
treatment of condition decreases risk of ulceration that can erode cornea
What is the prognosis of Blepharitis
resistent to treatment and may become chronic if not properly treated
What is the prognosis of Entropion
surgical treatment usually corrects problem
What is the prognosis of Ectropion
can cause development of corneal ulcers and permanent damage
What is the prognosis of Blepharoptosis
successful treatment of underlying disease works fine
What is the prognosis of Conjunctivitis
except in severe instances not a serious problem. 1 to 2 weeks of treatment clears it
What is the prognosis of Corneal Abrasion or Ulcer
heal spontaneously; early treatment necessary
What is the prognosis of Episcleritis/Scleritis
is good for mild cases
What is the prognosis of Cataract
after surgery will need change in eyeglss prescription; complications if other diseases are present
What Is the prognosis of Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
depends on type; early recognition and treament; no treatment blindness
What is the prognosis of Acute Angle-Closure Glaucoma
depends on type; early recognition and treament; no treatment blindness
What is the prognosis of Macular Degeneration
no cure is known and success of treatment is limited
What is the prognosis Diabetic Retinopathy
controlled with treatment ; guarded though
What is the prognosis of Retinal Detachment
irreversible blindness can result from untreated retinal detachment
What is the prognosis of Uveitis
variable depending on clinical type and cause
What is the prognosis of Exophthalmos
depends on successful treatment of underlying cause
What is the prognosis of Cancer of the Eye
good, but usually loss of vision or eye is accompanied
What is the prognosis of Impacted Cerumen
positive for removal; hearing improves once ear canal is clear of impacted wax
What is the prognosis of Infective Otitis Externa
positive with treatment; may develop with repeated irritation by earphones, plugs, or hearing aids
What is the prognosis of Swimmer’s Ear
positive with treatment; recur with subsequent exposure to water during swimming or other water-related activities
What is the prognosis of Otitis Media
positive with drug therapy
What is the prognosis of Otosclerosis
surgical intervention has positive outcomes
What is the prognosis of Meniere’s Disease
no cure is known; improve control symptoms; tendency to recur
What is the prognosis of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
condition is benign, medication often will control symptoms
What is the prognosis of Labyrinthitis
clears up within 1 to 3 weeks; permanent hearing deficiency or loss and/or balance problems
What is the prognosis of Ruptured Tympanic Membrane (Ruptured Eardrum)
good after treatment of underlying cause; heals naturally in 1 to 2 weeks
What is the prognosis of Cholesteatoma
surgical intervention leads to positive outcome
What is the prognosis of Mastoiditis
variable and depends on degree of infection, extent of tissue involvement, and response to antibiotic and drug therapy
What is the prognosis of Sensorineural Hearing Loss
damage to the cochlea is irreversible; prevention essential
What is the prognosis of Cancer of the Ear
good after patient receives appropriate treatment. SCC in ear has poor prognosis
