Cataract Which of the following is not a risk factor for the condition shown in the photo? | OphthalmologyWeb: The Ultimate Online Resource for Ophthalmologists

Posted: May 21, 2008

Which of the following is not a risk factor for the condition shown in the photo?

a) Pseudoexfoliation syndrome
b) Silicone IOL
c) Small capsulorrhexis
d) Anterior subcapsular cataract

Correct Answer: Anterior subcapsular cataract

This patient has capsular phimosis or anterior capsular contraction syndrome, which is not associated with anterior subcapsular cataract.

Which of the following methods of pupil enlargement is least effective for poor dilation due to Flomax:
1. Intraocular epinephrine
2. Iris hooks
3. Healon 5
4. Manual iris stretching
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The gene known to be associated with juvenile open angle glaucoma is:
1. PITX2
2. CYP1B1
3. TIGR/MYOC
4. FKHL7
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Which of the following is true regarding aqueous formation?
1. It is independent of intraocular pressure
2. It is formed at the rate of 2 -3 ml per minute
3. It is the result of secretion
4. It is the result of filtration
5. Both C and D
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The pathology in phacolytic glaucoma is blockage of the trabecular meshwork by:
1. Lens material
2. Erythrocytes
3. Lymphocytes
4. Macrophages
5. Peripheral anterior synechiae
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Which of the following is not consistent with a classic diagnosis of multiple evanescent white dot syndrome (MEWDS)?
1. Unilateral involvement
2. Foveal involvement of the white dots
3. Vitreous cell
4. Venous sheathing
5. Optic nerve edema
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