Opthalmology - DIABETIC RETINOPATHY Flashcards
1
Q
What is diabetic retinopathy? [1]
A
Long term hyperglycaemia causes progressive deteriation of the retina.
2
Q
What can be seen on the retina of someone with diabetic retinopathy? [6]
A
- Microaneurysms
- Blot haemmorhages
- Formation of hard exudates (lipid deposits)
- Cotton wool spots (nerve damage)
- Toruous capillaries in retina (IMRA)
- Neovascularisation (proliferative DR)
3
Q
What are the two types of diabetic retinopathy? [2]
A
Non-Proliferative
Proliferative
4
Q
What are some complications of Diabetic Retinopathy? [5]
A
- Retinal Detachment
- Viterous Haemmorhage
- Rebeosis iridis
- Optic neuropathy
- Cataracts
5
Q
What is the management for Diabetic Retinopathy? [3]
A
- Laser Photocoagulation
- Anti-VEGF injections
- Vitreoretinal Surgery (super rare)
6
Q
Give two examples of Anti-VEGF medications [2]
A
- Ranibizumab
- Bevacizumab
