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What function do RGP contact lenses serve for patients with astigmatism?
RGP contact lenses act as a second surface for the eye, compensating for corneal irregularities and serving as the new reflective surface.
Describe the conditions under which keratoplasty becomes clinically significant.
Keratoplasty is significant when there is a difference of greater than 1D in refraction between the two eyes, leading to issues like headaches and eye strain.
How do contact lenses assist in reducing anisometropia for patients?
Contact lenses reduce the difference in retinal image size to about 6%, thus mitigating visual discomfort caused by anisometropia.
What symptoms characterize accommodative asthenopia?
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What are the main causes of muscular asthenopia?
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What is the primary mechanism behind presbyopia as one ages?
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What type of correction can glasses provide for accommodating asthenopia?
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How do LASIK and intraocular lenses compare to other forms of vision correction?
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What is the primary distinction between axial myopia and curvature myopia?
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List two symptoms commonly associated with myopia.
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What abnormalities might be observed during a fundus examination in a patient with high myopia?
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Describe one complication that can arise from degenerative myopia.
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What is Foster Fuch’s spot, and in which condition are they typically found?
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How does vitreous degeneration complicate myopia?
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What is the typical age of onset for degenerative myopia, and how does it progress?
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Explain the role of the anterior segment in axial myopia.
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What are the two primary approaches to lenticular surgery mentioned?
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What is the principle behind radial keratotomy (RK) and its effect on myopia?
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Identify two types of incisional corneal surgeries mentioned in the content.
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What is considered the main advantage of radial keratotomy over laser refractive surgery?
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What technology might be used to construct incisions in radial keratotomy today?
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What patient profile is considered ideal for undergoing radial keratotomy?
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What is the purpose of corneal rings and inlays in corneal surgery?
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What is the cost comparison between radial keratotomy and more expensive laser and surgical correction procedures?
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What is the primary indication for performing PRK surgery?
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How does PRK differ from LASIK in terms of corneal tissue removal?
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What are the potential disadvantages of undergoing PRK?
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What is the estimated accuracy rate of PRK in achieving desired corrections?
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What complications does LASIK avoid that are typically associated with PRK?
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What kind of laser is used in PRK and what are its capabilities?
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What is the maximum range of visual correction achievable with LASIK?
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Why is the use of mitomycin-C significant in the context of PRK?
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What is the typical flap thickness achieved using femtosecond lasers during LASIK?
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List one advantage and one disadvantage of LASIK compared to RK and PRK.
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What complications can arise from creating a corneal flap that is too thin during LASIK?
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Explain the principle behind how intrastromal corneal ring segments (ICRS) work.
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Why has the use of ICRS for correcting myopia diminished over time?
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Describe the CK procedure and its primary effect on the cornea.
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What risks are associated with complications during flap construction in LASIK surgery?
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Discuss one significant benefit of femtosecond lasers over traditional methods in LASIK.
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What advantages does femtosecond (FS) laser offer over conventional microkeratomes in eye surgery?
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Describe the principle behind the Refrective Lenticule Extraction (ReLex) procedure.
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Identify one significant disadvantage of using the femtosecond laser for LASIK.
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What issues can arise from the presence of an opaque bubble layer (OBL) during LASIK surgery?
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Explain how lamellar keratitis differs from diffuse lamellar keratitis (DLK).
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What are the expected postoperative outcomes of the ReLex procedure in terms of corneal health?
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How does the small incision in the ReLex procedure benefit the overall surgical approach?
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What is one of the main drawbacks associated with the use of femtosecond lasers in corneal surgery?
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What are two potential economic challenges associated with the use of cosmetic contact lenses?
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Identify one major risk associated with improper hygiene of contact lenses.
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What kind of conjunctivitis may occur as a complication of wearing contact lenses?
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In what scenario is surgical correction of refractive errors indicated when contact lenses are not tolerated?
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What complications may arise from corneal exposure to hypoxia due to contact lens wear?
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What are the three main focusing components of a normal eye?
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Define the refraction condition in which parallel rays do not focus on the retina.
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Explain the significance of the fovea centralis in the eye.
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What is the average power range of a normal emmetropic eye?
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Describe the term 'axial ametropia' and its implications for vision.
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What is the nodal point in the context of eye refraction?
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In retinoscopy, why is cycloplegia induced in patients?
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What effect does abnormal curvature of the cornea have on vision?
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What role does the posterior pole play in axial myopia?
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Describe the refractive change seen in index myopia due to nuclear cataract.
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What degenerative changes may occur in curvature myopia?
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Which fundus signs might be observed in high myopia and what do they indicate?
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What visual symptoms differentiate progressive myopia from other types?
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How does vitreous degeneration contribute to complications in myopia?
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What age range typically marks the onset of degenerative myopia, and how does it progress?
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Identify two key complications associated with high myopia.
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What are the main advantages and disadvantages of hard contact lenses?
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In which conditions are therapeutic contact lenses particularly beneficial?
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Explain the significance of multifocal intra-ocular lenses in cataract surgery.
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What is the primary advantage of gas permeable contact lenses compared to soft lenses?
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How do contact lenses assist in managing irregular astigmatism or keratoconus?
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What characteristics of soft contact lenses contribute to their comfort?
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What role do contact lenses play in sports and occupational settings?
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Describe the composition of soft contact lenses and how it affects their functionality.
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How does the technique of radial keratotomy (RK) impact the corneal curvature?
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Describe one contraindication for radial keratotomy.
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What principle does astigmatic keratotomy rely on to achieve its corrective effects?
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What is the significance of the central optical zone in radial keratotomy?
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In terms of cost, how does radial keratotomy compare to laser refractive surgeries?
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What modernization has been applied to radial keratotomy techniques in recent years?
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What is the relationship between the depth of RK incisions and the degree of myopia?
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Explain one potential complication associated with radial keratotomy.
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What is a common complication following refractive procedures, particularly with induced astigmatism?
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What is the significant role of zero power posterior chamber IOL in surgery?
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List one disadvantage of undergoing lenticular surgery aimed at correcting high myopia.
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What surgical technique is employed for phakic lens implantation?
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Name one contraindication for phakic IOL implantation related to systemic health.
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How does the loss of natural accommodative power affect post-operative patients?
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What is the required anterior chamber depth for safe phakic IOL implantation?
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In the context of cataract surgery, what complication is shared with phakic lens implantation?
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What is a potential complication associated with contact lens use mentioned in the content?
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Which of the following is NOT listed as a disadvantage of contact lenses?
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What factor could lead to the requirement for surgical intervention instead of contact lenses or glasses?
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Which best describes the cosmetic use of contact lenses?
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What is one of the key indications for surgical correction in patients?
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What optical condition allows an emmetropic eye to focus distant objects clearly without internal adjustments?
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Which structure in the eye acts as the receptive film capturing images?
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Which ametropia is characterized by an abnormal length of the eyeball?
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What is the purpose of performing manual retinoscopy in determining refraction?
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Which condition is characterized by parallel rays of light focusing anterior to the retina?
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What effect does increasing the refractive index of the lens or cornea have on vision?
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What is the average power of a normal emmetropic eye expressed in diopters?
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Which optical element in the eye is responsible for bending light most effectively?
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Which type of myopia is primarily characterized by an increase in axial length affecting the posterior pole?
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What is a typical degree of myopia considered for degenerative changes?
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Which symptom is NOT typically associated with high myopia?
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What common ocular sign might be present during a fundus examination of a high myopia patient?
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In the context of myopia types, which one is characterized by refractive index changes in the lens due to nuclear cataract?
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What type of degeneration is NOT present in degenerative myopia?
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Which of the following statements regarding the progression of curvature myopia is accurate?
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What ocular manifestation is associated with a posterior staphyloma in high myopia?
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What is a potential consequence of creating a flap that is too thick during LASIK surgery?
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What characterizes the use of intrastromal corneal ring segments (ICRS) for treating keratoconus?
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What is a disadvantage of CK (Central Keratotomy) compared to other refractive surgeries?
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What is a risk associated with the use of microkeratomes during flap creation in LASIK?
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Which of the following correctly describes the effect of ICRS on corneal shape?
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What is a unique characteristic of femtosecond lasers compared to traditional methods in flap creation?
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Which complication is most associated with improper flap construction during LASIK?
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What is one commonly reported downside of femtosecond laser-assisted LASIK?
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What is the primary reason a zero power posterior chamber intraocular lens (IOL) is considered better than no IOL after cataract surgery?
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Which of the following conditions disqualifies a patient from undergoing phakic IOL implantation?
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What complication is associated with both cataract surgery and phakic IOL implantation?
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What complication is the most troublesome and may require additional treatment in patients undergoing refractive procedures?
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During the phakic lens implantation procedure, which anatomical structure is most affected by the construction of a corneal incision?
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Which factor is not a requirement for a candidate considering phakic IOL surgery?
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What is a significant postoperative outcome of losing the natural accommodative power after lens implantation?
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Which systemic condition is classically associated with poor postoperative healing, thus contraindicating phakic IOL implantation?
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What is a significant benefit of using femtosecond lasers over conventional microkeratomes in LASIK surgery?
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Which factor is crucial in determining the precision of flap creation with femtosecond lasers?
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What is a potential disadvantage of lamellar keratitis arising from femtosecond laser procedures?
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In the ReLex procedure for lenticule extraction, what is the primary surgical incision size?
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Which of the following is a common issue associated with the formation of an opaque bubble layer (OBL) during LASIK surgery?
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What type of complications does the small-incision lenticule extraction (ReLex) procedure primarily avoid?
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Which outcome is least likely to be improved by the use of a femtosecond laser in corneal procedures?
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What surgical outcome related to corneal health is associated with the ReLex procedure?
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What is a potential complication that arises from a shallow anterior chamber in the eye?
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Which management option is suitable for correcting high myopia above -10.0D?
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What is the primary purpose of performing radial keratotomy?
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Which type of hypermetropia occurs due to a decrease in axial length?
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What characterizes a cataract caused by posterior cortical disturbance?
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What is the range of myopia correction achievable with LASIK, based on recent guidelines?
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What type of lens is typically prescribed to address diagnosed myopia?
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Which condition can lead to lenticular astigmatism?
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How does 'against the rule' astigmatism differ from 'with the rule' astigmatism?
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What is typically less satisfactory than in myopia when considering refractive surgery options?
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Which optical device is used for specialized measurements of astigmatism?
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What is a potential complication associated with a flap that is too thick during LASIK surgery?
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Which aspect of intrastromal corneal ring segments (ICRS) contributes to achieving a central flattening effect?
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What is the main disadvantage of conducting CK (conductive keratoplasty) as a treatment for mild hyperopia?
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Which type of intra-ocular lens is specifically designed to minimize corneal hypoxia?
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Why is a zero power posterior chamber intraocular lens (IOL) recommended after lens removal?
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Study Notes
Refractive Errors
- Normal eye is like a camera with 3 focusing elements: tear film, cornea, crystalline lens.
- Retina acts as the receptive film.
- Distant objects are focused as an inverted image on the retina, then inverted again in the brain.
Emmetropia
- Normal optical condition of the eye.
- Incident parallel rays from infinity focus on the retina (fovea centralis) without accommodation.
- No error of refraction.
- Average power is +58 to +60D, axial length is 24mm.
- Image passes through the cornea to the fovea along the optical axis, passing through the nodal point (optical center of refraction) just behind the lens.
Ametropia
- State of refraction where parallel rays do not focus on the retina (with accommodation completely relaxed).
- Types: Myopia, Hypermetropia, Astigmatism, Anisometropia, Aphakia.
Myopia (Short Sight)
- Dioptric condition where incident parallel rays of light focus in front of the retina.
- Usually a disturbance of growth superimposed on degenerative changes.
- Axial myopia: increase in axial length (AL), affects the posterior pole.
- Index myopia: change in refractive index of nucleus (cataract).
- Curvature myopia: change in curvature of lens or cornea (lenticonus or keratoconus).
- Onset: 14-16 years; progression till 20 years; degenerative changes absent in simple; 10D or higher in degenerates.
- Symptoms: Indistinct far vision, mid-closure of eyelids to simulate a pinhole, defective night vision, Musca volitantes.
Hypermetropia (Far Sight)
- Dioptric condition where incident parallel rays of light focus behind the retina.
- Axial: decrease in eye axial length.
- Index: decrease in refractive index of lens/cornea.
- Curvature: decrease in curvature of lens/cornea.
- Symptoms: blurring of vision especially evenings after close work, headache, eye strain (asthenopia), early presbyopia.
- Management: glasses (convex lenses), contact lenses, refractive surgery (less satisfactory than in myopia).
Astigmatism
- Error of refraction where parallel rays have multiple foci at different distances from the retina, not one fixed point.
- Cornea/lens has mismatched curves—different refractive powers in different meridians.
- Types: Corneal (most common and generally congenital), Lenticular (subluxation of crystalline lens or tilted IOL), With the rule or Against the rule, simple or compound or mixed.
Anisometropia
- Difference of >1D in refraction between the two eyes.
- May cause headache, eye strain, double vision, photophobia.
Asthenopia (Eye Strain)
- Group of symptoms with fine visual tasks (close work and artificial illumination).
- Symptoms: Headache, eye ache, burning sensation, frequent blinking, lacrimation, hyperemia of conjunctiva and lid margin, recurrent styes, chalasia, blepharitis.
- Causes: Accommodative (hypermetropia, astigmatism, presbyopia, anisometropia), Muscular (heterophoria—latent squint), Nervous (vitamin deficiency, liver diseases).
Presbyopia
- Difficulty in near vision due to progressive weakness of accommodation with aging (after 40).
- Mechanism: Crystalline lens fibers sclerose, ciliary muscle weakens.
- Symptoms: Difficulty with near vision, accommodative asthenopia.
- Correction: Glasses (plus lenses), Multifocal glasses, Accommodative Intra-Ocular Lenses.
Contact Lenses
- Rest on corneal surface, changing the power of the anterior corneal surface.
- Materials: Hard (PMMA), Soft (HEMA), Gas permeable (CAB, silicone).
- Advantages and Disadvantages for each type.
- Indications of use
Refractive Surgery
- Correcting the refractive state of the eye surgically.
- Types: Radial Keratotomy (RK), Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK), Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK), Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE), Intrastromal Corneal Ring Segments (ICRS), Conductive Keratoplasty, Clear Lens Extraction, Phakic IOL Implantation (types and complications).
Femtosecond Laser
- Used in refractive surgery procedures for precision and safety.
- Application in flap creation and various other corneal manipulations, including LASIK and SMILE.
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