Ophthalmology Quiz

Flashcards covering key concepts from veterinary ophthalmology, including definitions, diagnostic tests, treatments, and conditions related to the eye.

What is the word for overflow of tears?

Epiphora

Which diagnostic test would be most useful in a case of ectopic cilia?

FDT (Fluorescein Dye Test)

What anatomical abnormality refers to the rolling inwards of the eyelids, which can lead to damage to the cornea?

Entropion

In cases of 'Cherry Eye the treatment of choice is surgical excision of the gland

False

If left untreated in emergency situations, which condition can lead to loss of vision within hours?

Glaucoma

Which layer of the cornea does not pick up the fluorescein stain when checking for ulcerations?

Descemet's membrane

Which of the following protocols would be most appropriate for treatment of a superficial corneal ulcer OS?

Terramycin ointment OS every 4 hours,carprofen, e collar

Where is the mucous layer of tear film produced and secreted?

Conjunctival goblet cells

Prianna Berkins, a 2-year-old intact female German Shepherd presenting for rubbing at her eyes with an accumulation of granulation tissue on and near the cornea, mild scleral injection, and some mucoid discharge, is most likely suffering from what disease?

Pannus

How does intraocular pressure change with uveitis compared to glaucoma?

With uveitis, you would expect a decrease in intraocular pressure, and with glaucoma, you would expect an increase in intraocular pressure.