Pathophysiology glaucoma Flashcards
1
Q
What produces the aqueous humour and how is it produced ?
A
- ciliary body - surround + supports lense
- through diffusion + ultrafiltration
2
Q
How is the aqeous humour modified pharamacologically ?
A
- alpha + B adrenoceptors
- carbonic anhydrase
- Na + K adenosine triphosphate - nonpigmented ciliary epithelium
3
Q
How can the Uveoscleral outflow be pharmacologically modulated?
A
- adrenoceptors
- prostanoid receptors
- prostamide receptors
