Disorders Of Lens Growth Flashcards
1
Q
Define when the lens is subluxated:
A
Lens no longer central over the pupil
2
Q
Define ectopia lentis:
A
Lens no longer central over the pupil
3
Q
What can cause ectopia lentis?
A
Traumatic displacement or a genetic disorder such as Marfan’s
4
Q
What are some consequences of subluxation?
A
Unusual refractive error due to the peripheral parts of the lens being situated over the visual axis
5
Q
What is the management for ectopia lentis?
A
Refractive correction and if this isn’t effective, then surgical removal may be needed
6
Q
Describe what an aphakic px is?
A
Someone that’s born without a lens due to a developmental anomaly
7
Q
Can apakia be acquired?
A
Yes, it may need to be surgically induced when a lens is removed but the px isn’t suitable for iol replacement
