Department Newsletter - Melbourne School of Health Sciences
... With generous support from Anne and Orlando Pezzimenti of Pezzimenti Optometrists the Department of Optometry & Vision Sciences has recently gained access to an SR Research EL1000 high-speed remote-view video-based eye tracker. This unit has enhanced our ability to offer clinical ocular motor testin ...
... With generous support from Anne and Orlando Pezzimenti of Pezzimenti Optometrists the Department of Optometry & Vision Sciences has recently gained access to an SR Research EL1000 high-speed remote-view video-based eye tracker. This unit has enhanced our ability to offer clinical ocular motor testin ...
Corneal Ulcers
... Conjunctival graft. This is one of the more common procedures recommended for deep/perforating ulcers. With this procedure a patch or pedicle of conjunctival tissue (the white portion of the eye) is transplanted over the corneal wound/ulcer and sutured into place with dissolvable suture. Additionall ...
... Conjunctival graft. This is one of the more common procedures recommended for deep/perforating ulcers. With this procedure a patch or pedicle of conjunctival tissue (the white portion of the eye) is transplanted over the corneal wound/ulcer and sutured into place with dissolvable suture. Additionall ...
Ophthalmology
... S1-Seminar 1: Anatomy and physiology of the eye – U1 S2-Seminar 2: Refraction of the eye - U1 S3-Seminar 3: Selected ocular disorders and their pathogenesis - W1, W2, W3, K1, K2 S4-Seminar 4: Ophthalmological emergency - W1, K1, K2 S5-Seminar 5: Pharmacology in relation to eye - W2, W3 S6-Seminar 6: ...
... S1-Seminar 1: Anatomy and physiology of the eye – U1 S2-Seminar 2: Refraction of the eye - U1 S3-Seminar 3: Selected ocular disorders and their pathogenesis - W1, W2, W3, K1, K2 S4-Seminar 4: Ophthalmological emergency - W1, K1, K2 S5-Seminar 5: Pharmacology in relation to eye - W2, W3 S6-Seminar 6: ...
Vestibular Therapy and Assessment
... 3 ft away, PT 2 fingtips 3ft apart 10 reps as quickly as possible-eyes only L/R Saccades - Vertical (eyes move, head still) stand 3 ft away, PT 2 fingtips 3ft apart 10 reps as quickly as possible-eyes only up/down Convergence (Near Point) PT/pt holds 14 point font "x" on tongue depressor move slowly ...
... 3 ft away, PT 2 fingtips 3ft apart 10 reps as quickly as possible-eyes only L/R Saccades - Vertical (eyes move, head still) stand 3 ft away, PT 2 fingtips 3ft apart 10 reps as quickly as possible-eyes only up/down Convergence (Near Point) PT/pt holds 14 point font "x" on tongue depressor move slowly ...
Laser Refractive Surgery After Multifocal IOL Implantation
... lost lines of BCVA (ie, two eyes lost 1 line of BCVA).5 Among the diagnostic tests available for the evaluation of dry eye, conjunctival staining with lissamine green can facilitate a diagnosis within seconds.15 Rose bengal and fluorescein corneal staining; Schirmer testing; and evaluation of tear f ...
... lost lines of BCVA (ie, two eyes lost 1 line of BCVA).5 Among the diagnostic tests available for the evaluation of dry eye, conjunctival staining with lissamine green can facilitate a diagnosis within seconds.15 Rose bengal and fluorescein corneal staining; Schirmer testing; and evaluation of tear f ...
Chlormet® Eye Drops - Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
... For steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular condition for which a corticosteriod is indicated and where bacterial infection or a risk of bacterial ocular infection exists. For inflammatory conditions of the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva, cornea and anterior segment of the globe where the inherent ...
... For steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular condition for which a corticosteriod is indicated and where bacterial infection or a risk of bacterial ocular infection exists. For inflammatory conditions of the palpebral and bulbar conjunctiva, cornea and anterior segment of the globe where the inherent ...
General Symptoms - Dr. Michael Gallaway
... _____ Restricted motion _____ Loss of consciousness _____ Coma Other: ________________________________________________________________________ VISUAL HISTORY Has there been a previous vision evaluation for this injury? Yes ___ No ___ If yes, doctor’s name: _________________________________Date of la ...
... _____ Restricted motion _____ Loss of consciousness _____ Coma Other: ________________________________________________________________________ VISUAL HISTORY Has there been a previous vision evaluation for this injury? Yes ___ No ___ If yes, doctor’s name: _________________________________Date of la ...
Management of a patient with acute angle closure glaucoma
... soluble aspirin 75mgs and Beclaforte and salbutamol inhalers. He was also possibly allergic to tetracycline. When Mr J’s assessment was complete, he was diagnosed with having acute angle closure glaucoma. ...
... soluble aspirin 75mgs and Beclaforte and salbutamol inhalers. He was also possibly allergic to tetracycline. When Mr J’s assessment was complete, he was diagnosed with having acute angle closure glaucoma. ...
Eye problems in children with Down`s syndrome
... Children may grow out of this problem as the face grows bigger and the duct grows wider. If infections persist, it may be necessary to probe and syringe the tear ducts. Although this is a minor procedure, it is carried out under a general anaesthetic in young children. As children with Down’s syndro ...
... Children may grow out of this problem as the face grows bigger and the duct grows wider. If infections persist, it may be necessary to probe and syringe the tear ducts. Although this is a minor procedure, it is carried out under a general anaesthetic in young children. As children with Down’s syndro ...
Posterior Uveitis
... uveitis mostly associated with the loss of vision. The other two forms are more common, and more frequently result in acute symptoms, but only rarely cause vision loss. ...
... uveitis mostly associated with the loss of vision. The other two forms are more common, and more frequently result in acute symptoms, but only rarely cause vision loss. ...
ICCVAM-Recommended Test Method Protocol Isolated Rabbit Eye Test Method
... from a local abattoir where rabbits are typically sacrificed as a food source. Isolated rabbit eyes of exceptional quality without corneal surface defects may be purchased and shipped overnight from a reputable source such as Pel-Freeze Biologicals (Edelhauser H, personal communication). For rapid t ...
... from a local abattoir where rabbits are typically sacrificed as a food source. Isolated rabbit eyes of exceptional quality without corneal surface defects may be purchased and shipped overnight from a reputable source such as Pel-Freeze Biologicals (Edelhauser H, personal communication). For rapid t ...
Assaultive Eye Injury and Enucleation
... married African American male, who was remanded to a maximum security hospital after having been found incompetent to stand trial. He had a history of assaultive enucleation. When Mr. B. was 17 years of age, while on furlough from the hospital, he enucleated an eye of a female with a sharp object. H ...
... married African American male, who was remanded to a maximum security hospital after having been found incompetent to stand trial. He had a history of assaultive enucleation. When Mr. B. was 17 years of age, while on furlough from the hospital, he enucleated an eye of a female with a sharp object. H ...
17 Ophthalmic Instruments and Diagnostic Tests
... This is an important part of the preoperative evaluation, especially if corneal guttata or other signs of a low endothelial cell count are found. It is clinically and medical-legally important to document a low endothelial cell count before LASIK, rather than worry later whether LASIK caused it. It ...
... This is an important part of the preoperative evaluation, especially if corneal guttata or other signs of a low endothelial cell count are found. It is clinically and medical-legally important to document a low endothelial cell count before LASIK, rather than worry later whether LASIK caused it. It ...
Intraocular Lens Dislocation Cataract surgery
... Cataract: A clouding of the eye’s lens causing a decrease in vision. Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss for those over the age of 40. Corneal edema: Swelling of the cornea that may be caused by eye surgery, trauma, infection or ocular (eye) disease. Glaucoma: A condition where fluid ...
... Cataract: A clouding of the eye’s lens causing a decrease in vision. Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss for those over the age of 40. Corneal edema: Swelling of the cornea that may be caused by eye surgery, trauma, infection or ocular (eye) disease. Glaucoma: A condition where fluid ...
Understanding and caring for a Schiotz tonometer
... • Read and record the result, reporting and/or responding to abnormal readings. • Tell the patient what the result is, explain it and discuss options. • Dispose of all used equipment safely, in line with hospital or health care policies. ...
... • Read and record the result, reporting and/or responding to abnormal readings. • Tell the patient what the result is, explain it and discuss options. • Dispose of all used equipment safely, in line with hospital or health care policies. ...
book review clinical ophthalmology: an asian
... For example, the use of Macugen, Lucentis, and Avastin in the treatment of age-related macular degeneration are not discussed. The new upcoming therapeutic approaches to diabetic retinopathy with Arxxant, Avastin, Bevasiranib, and Sandostatin, are also not included. In recent months, refractive surg ...
... For example, the use of Macugen, Lucentis, and Avastin in the treatment of age-related macular degeneration are not discussed. The new upcoming therapeutic approaches to diabetic retinopathy with Arxxant, Avastin, Bevasiranib, and Sandostatin, are also not included. In recent months, refractive surg ...
Artificial Eye
... VITREOUS HEMORRHAGE - Bleeding in the vitreous cavity in front of the retina. May be caused by either disease or injury. ...
... VITREOUS HEMORRHAGE - Bleeding in the vitreous cavity in front of the retina. May be caused by either disease or injury. ...
Red Eyes at Halloween
... prominent pre‐auricular lymph node is common. The discharge is not purulent. In this self limited condition only symptomatic treatments such as cool compresses and artificial tears are required. It is important to remind patients to wash their hands frequently and to use a separate set of hand to ...
... prominent pre‐auricular lymph node is common. The discharge is not purulent. In this self limited condition only symptomatic treatments such as cool compresses and artificial tears are required. It is important to remind patients to wash their hands frequently and to use a separate set of hand to ...
Trabeculectomy - Information for Patients
... if there are still questions that you have, it is very important that you discuss this with the doctor or other members of staff involved in your care. You will not notice an improvement in your vision after this operation. In fact it is likely that your vision will be slightly worse for approximate ...
... if there are still questions that you have, it is very important that you discuss this with the doctor or other members of staff involved in your care. You will not notice an improvement in your vision after this operation. In fact it is likely that your vision will be slightly worse for approximate ...
Motor Physiology
... The only clinically significant form of divergence. It is an optomotor reflex to diverge and align the eyes so that similar retinal images project on Corresponding retinal areas. Fusional divergence is accomplished without changing the refractive state Of the eyes and is prompted by binasal retinal ...
... The only clinically significant form of divergence. It is an optomotor reflex to diverge and align the eyes so that similar retinal images project on Corresponding retinal areas. Fusional divergence is accomplished without changing the refractive state Of the eyes and is prompted by binasal retinal ...
OPHTHALMOLOGY DEPARTMENT Primary care
... The following conditions are not routinely seen at the Monash Health Ophthalmology Department and may be appropriately managed by a local ophthalmologist or optometrist until clinical threshold for referral is reached. ...
... The following conditions are not routinely seen at the Monash Health Ophthalmology Department and may be appropriately managed by a local ophthalmologist or optometrist until clinical threshold for referral is reached. ...
Complications in refractive surgery
... keratectasia cases after LASIK was noted in cases treated for much lower degrees of myopia, from –4.0 to –7.0 D (7). Inferior corneal steepening was noted in some of these cases pre-operatively. In the absence of refractive instability or biomicroscopic features of keratoconus these corneal changes ...
... keratectasia cases after LASIK was noted in cases treated for much lower degrees of myopia, from –4.0 to –7.0 D (7). Inferior corneal steepening was noted in some of these cases pre-operatively. In the absence of refractive instability or biomicroscopic features of keratoconus these corneal changes ...
Leaflet Trabeculectomy
... if there are still questions that you have, it is very important that you discuss this with the doctor or other members of staff involved in your care. You will not notice an improvement in your vision after this operation. In fact it is likely that your vision will be slightly worse for approximate ...
... if there are still questions that you have, it is very important that you discuss this with the doctor or other members of staff involved in your care. You will not notice an improvement in your vision after this operation. In fact it is likely that your vision will be slightly worse for approximate ...