Glaucoma Flashcards
1
Q
Which drugs can you use in acute angle glaucoma?
A
Acetazolamide
Mannitol
Timolol
2
Q
What is the pathophysiology of acute closed angle glaucoma?
A
Occlusion of the tubecular meshwork (through which aqueous humour drains from the anterior chamber) causes build up of it in the anterior chamber and increase in intraocular pressure
3
Q
What are some classic clinical features of acute glaucoma?
A
Pain is worse in the dark due to dilatation of the pupils
