Shuklagata Roga -1

Syllabus – subtopics

1. AArma (Pterygium)
2. BArjuna (Sub-Conjunctival Haemorrhage)
3. CShuktika
4. DPishtaka

Learning objectives

At the end of this topic the student should be able to… (NCISM Table 3)

• Describe Etiology, Types, Clinical features, Differentials of Arma(Pterygium).
• Describe Medical management and Surgical excision of Arma (Pterygium).[Arma Chhedana, Conjunctival limbal autograft or amniotic membrane graft with Its indications, contra-indications, type of anaesthesia, major surgical steps and post-operative care.]
• Examine Shuklamandala (Conjunctiva and Sclera), and learn the techniques, document findings, and understand Clinical relevance.
• Present an appropriate history in patients presenting with growth
• (Arma/Pterygium or Pinguecula) or lesions (Bitot's spots) in Shuklamandala. RES BED,C BL
• Describe clinical features and management of Arjuna.Describe etiology, clinical features and management of Sub-Conjunctival Haemorrhage.Describe clinical features and management of Shuktika and Pishtaka.
• Present an appropriate history in a patient presenting with a Raktaakshi (Red Eye) - Arjuna (Sub-Conjunctival Haemorrhage).