Extraocular Muscles and Eye Movements

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What is one of the primary functions of extraocular muscles (EOM)?

Eye movements (correct)

Color perception

Controlling pupil size

Corneal health

The sphincter muscle is located in the midperiphery of the iris.

False

What adjustment does the pupil make in response to dim light?

Dilation

The __________ is responsible for adapting the eyes to follow moving objects.

smooth pursuit Signup and view all the answers

Match the following eye components with their functions:

Dilator muscle = Pupil dilation in dim light Sphincter muscle = Pupil constriction in bright light Extraocular muscles = Eye movement and alignment Pupil = Regulates light entering the eye Signup and view all the answers

What occurs when there is a failure in the control system of eye movement?

Strabismus or nystagmus Signup and view all the answers

The pupillary opening is located exactly at the center of the cornea.

False Signup and view all the answers

What symptoms might patients with a fixed immobile pupil experience during lighting changes?

Photophobia and inability to detect objects Signup and view all the answers

What effect does a small steady-state pupil have on aberrations?

Reduces chromatic and spherical aberration Signup and view all the answers

Pupil inequality is solely due to light exposure.

False Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of glands found in the anterior lamella of the eyelid?

Glands of Zeis and Moll Signup and view all the answers

The diameter of the pupil can contribute to improving the image quality of the ______.

retina Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components with their functions:

Cilia = Protects from airborne particles Meibomian glands = Produces lipid layer of tear film Lacrimal gland = Produces aqueous layer of tear film Conjunctival goblet cells = Secretes mucin layer of tear film Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an indicator of eye health?

Pupil diameter Signup and view all the answers

The orbicularis muscle is located beneath the skin of the eyelids.

True Signup and view all the answers

What phenomenon allows for better viewing of objects at near with the help of accommodation?

Small pupil effect Signup and view all the answers

The main lacrimal gland is the major producer of the ______ layer of the tear film.

aqueous Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the tear film thickness when the lipid layer is dysfunctional?

May result in dry eyes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Extraocular Muscles (EOM)

EOMs enable eye movements, primary gaze maintenance, and motor fusion for binocular vision.
Essential for smooth pursuit of moving objects and rapid fixation shifts (saccades).
Quick eye movements are crucial for clear vision relative to objects of interest.
EOM adaptability is vital in correcting misalignment issues such as strabismus and nystagmus.

Iris and Pupil Anatomy

Posterior iris contains the dilator muscle, sphincter muscle, and pigmented epithelium.
Dilator muscle is found at the midperiphery; sphincter muscle is at the pupillary border.
Anterior iris comprises connective tissue stroma with blood vessels and nerves.
Pupillary opening is slightly inferior and nasal to the center of the cornea.

Pupil Movement and Light Response

Pupil movements adjust to light intensity, enhancing retinal illumination for better visual perception.
Dilation in dim light aids dark adaptation; constriction in bright light protects against excessive retinal illumination.
Fixed immobile pupils lead to symptoms like photophobia and difficulty in detecting objects in sudden lighting changes.

Pupil Diameter and Image Quality

Smaller pupil diameter minimizes chromatic and spherical aberrations, improving image quality on the retina.
A small, steady-state pupil increases depth of focus, resembling the pinhole effect and enhancing near vision.
Pupil diameter and movement serve as indicators of afferent input, eye health, and autonomic nervous system activity.

Eyelids and Their Function

Cilia (eyelashes) protect the eye from particles and stimulate the blink reflex.
Adult palpebral fissure measures 9–12 mm vertically and about 30 mm horizontally.
The lower eyelid sits slightly above the inferior limbus; the upper eyelid rests below the superior limbus.
Orbicularis muscle surrounds the eyelid and supports the lacrimal pump mechanism during contraction.

Eye Glands

Anterior lamella includes Zeis (sebaceous) and Moll (sweat) glands; posterior lamella contains meibomian glands and conjunctiva.
Tarsal plates provide structural rigidity and allow eyelids to move dynamically.
Dysfunction of meibomian glands can cause dry eyes due to lack of lipid layer.
Accessory glands (Wolfring and Krause) contribute to tear film's aqueous layer, bound by the mucin layer from conjunctival goblet cells.

Tear Film Overview

Tear film covers corneal and conjunctival epithelia, crucial for ocular surface health and vision clarity.
It is the first refractive surface of the eye, enhancing image quality.
Precorneal tear film thickness averages 3.4 ± 2.6 µm, consists of a complex mixture of secretions.
The main lacrimal gland is the primary source of the aqueous layer and contains immune cells for defense.
Sensory nerves in the cornea and conjunctiva react to stimuli, regulating autonomic nerve activity for tear production.

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Explore the functions of extraocular muscles in controlling eye movements, maintaining primary gaze position, and achieving smooth pursuit and saccades. This quiz covers essential aspects of ocular motility and its importance for effective vision.