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Which common pathogen is associated with ocular disease in the text?
Which common pathogen is associated with ocular disease in the text?
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Actinomyces israelii (correct)
- Streptococcus pneumoniae
- Haemophilus influenzae
What technique may be used to confirm the diagnosis of an infection in the canaliculus?
What technique may be used to confirm the diagnosis of an infection in the canaliculus?
- Cotton-tipped applicator pressure ('milking') (correct)
- Ultrasound imaging
- MRI scan
- X-ray imaging
Which surgical procedure involves creating a new passage between the lacrimal sac and the nasal cavity?
Which surgical procedure involves creating a new passage between the lacrimal sac and the nasal cavity?
- Balloon Dacryoplasty
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) (correct)
- Intubation
- Probing and irrigation
What is a possible consequence of dislodged punctal plugs migrating to and occluding the NLD?
What is a possible consequence of dislodged punctal plugs migrating to and occluding the NLD?
What is a common cause of NLDO related to inflammatory disease?
What is a common cause of NLDO related to inflammatory disease?
Which condition is characterized by concretions formed within the lacrimal sac?
Which condition is characterized by concretions formed within the lacrimal sac?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical finding associated with dacryocystitis?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical finding associated with dacryocystitis?
When is irrigation or probing of the canalicular system typically avoided in cases of dacryocystitis?
When is irrigation or probing of the canalicular system typically avoided in cases of dacryocystitis?
What is a common factor that leads to secondary infection in dacryocystitis?
What is a common factor that leads to secondary infection in dacryocystitis?
When would incision and drainage be performed in cases of dacryocystitis?
When would incision and drainage be performed in cases of dacryocystitis?
