FN: Cataracts Flashcards
1
Q
Presentation
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- Increasing myopia
- Blurred vision - gradual vision los
- Dazzling in sunshine/bright lights
- Monocular diplopia
2
Q
Causes
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Increasing AGe: 75% of >65s DM Steroids Congenital -Idiopathic - Infection: rubella - Metabolic: wilson's, galactosaemia - Myotonic dystriphy
3
Q
Investigations
A
Visual acuity
dilated fundoscopy
tonometry
Blood glucose to exclude DM
4
Q
Management conservative
A
Glassess
Mydriatic drops and sunglassess may give some relief
5
Q
Mx surgical
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- Consider if symptoms affect lifestyle or driving (
6
Q
Complications
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1% risk - Anterior uveitis/iritis VH Retinal detachment Secondary glaucoma Endothalmitis (leading to blindness in 0.1%)
7
Q
Post-op capsule changes
A
Thickening is common - easily Rx with laser capsulotomy
8
Q
Post-op eye irritation
A
Is common and requires drops
