Keratometer/Ophthalmometer Flashcards
1
Q
Average anterior cornea curve=
A
7.85mm
2
Q
Average posterior cornea curve=
A
6.4mm
3
Q
Keratometery are referred to as
A
K-Readings which quantify the amount of astigmatism
4
Q
What are K-Readings used for
A
CL fittings and IOL selection
5
Q
What is an Javal-Schiotz
A
Ophthalmometer
6
Q
Automated Keatometer measures
A
The corneal curvature and refractive error, but not the quality of the cornea surface
7
Q
Manual Keratometery evaluates
A
Cornea irregularity (astigmatism), year film, and proper fit of SCL
