Anatomy and Diseases of Uvea Tract
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What structures are involved in uveitis inflammation?

  • Retina and optic nerve
  • Iris, ciliary body, and choroid (correct)
  • Optic nerve and choroid
  • Iris and vitreous

    • What can cause uveitis?

  • Infection, autoimmune diseases, and cancer (correct)
  • Environmental allergies
  • Genetic mutations
  • Ocular trauma only

    • Which of the following is not associated with uveitis?

  • Cancer
  • Infections
  • Autoimmune diseases
  • Hypothyroidism (correct)

    • How long does uveitis typically last?

    <p>Improves within 3 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can trigger uveitis?

    <p>A variety of factors including infections and autoimmune diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Uvea tract?

    <p>Supply of nutrition to the eye through secretion of tears</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the eye is responsible for connecting the retina to the sclera?

    <p>Choroid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if there is a blockage in the drainage of the uvea tract?

    <p>Increase in IOP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Pars Plicata in the Uvea tract?

    <p>Positioning of surgical incisions for vitreous surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a problem with the uvea tract typically manifest?

    <p>Secondary glaucoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What systemic disease can be reflected on the uvea tract?

    <p>Diabetes mellitus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the eye is filled with blood vessels that bring oxygen and nutrients to the eye?

    <p>Choroid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is characterized by the absence or incomplete formation of the iris?

    <p>Aniridia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color does the choroid appear when the retina has detached?

    <p>Green</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure in the eye extends posteriorly to the ora serrata and merges with the retina?

    <p>Choroid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some common associations with Aniridia?

    <p>Glaucoma, Nystagmus, Corneal opacities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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