Exam eligibility
✓ MCQ✓ SAQ✓ LAQThis topic can be asked as MCQ, SAQ, LAQ.
Syllabus – subtopics
- •Dynamics of Aqueous Humour; Classification of Glaucoma and Description of Primary Open Angle
- •Glaucoma and Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma
Learning objectives
At the end of this topic the student should be able to… (NCISM Table 3)
- Define Glaucoma.Explain Clinical & etiological Classification, Clinical Features,Investigative procedures and Complications of Glaucoma (Primary Open Angle Glaucoma,Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma); and various Medical Regimes for Management of Glaucoma. [Topical Beta Blockers, Carbonic Anhydrase inhibitors, Prostaglandin analogues, Adrenergic Drugs Miotics (Pilocarpine)].
- Describe fundamentals of surgical techniques for Management of
- Summarize the steps involved in the technique of Tonometry and Perimetry.
Notes
Detailed notes for Glaucoma are being prepared. Meanwhile, revise the syllabus points above and practise the MCQs below.
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MCQs on this topic
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Q1. Adhimantha is best compared with
- A. Cataract
- B. Glaucoma
- C. Conjunctivitis
- D. Pterygium
Answer: B — Adhimantha – severe eye pain with headache and risk of blindness – is compared with glaucoma.
Important questions
- LAQ Describe the aetiology, types, clinical features and management of glaucoma (Adhimantha). (Practice)