Search results
Results from the WOW.Com Content Network
A sign that may be seen in slit lamp examination is a "flare", which is when the slit-lamp beam is visible in the anterior chamber. This occurs when there is breakdown of the blood-aqueous barrier with resultant exudation of protein.
Common findings on anterior segment slit lamp examination include increased cell and flare with associated fibrin and possible hypopyon formation. Patients may show signs of diffuse corneal edema , and they may also show signs of iris atrophy with pupillary abnormalities and eventual increased intraocular pressure.
Slit-lamp examination may reveal hyphaema, aqueous cells and flare, iris neovascularization, mispositioned IOL, iris-lens contact, iris transillumination defects etc. [2] Variations [ edit ]
Another important clinical measurement of ocular inflammation is flare. Flare is the leakage of various proteins (such as fibrin and cytokines) into the ocular anterior chamber, as a manifestation of inflammation. It will usually have a "milky" appearance. Flare can also be observed via slit lamp examination. [20]
On slit-lamp examination, conjunctival injections, epithelial corneal edema, [3] small to medium-sized fine keratitic precipitates, aqueous cells and flare may also be noted. [4] Blurring of vision, eye pain and discomfort are the main symptoms. [4] Colored halos may occur due to elevated IOP. [5]
The first type of diagnostic procedure referred to as a ‘slit lamp examination’ of phacolytic glaucoma allows for specific identification of microcystic corneal edema and the presence of macrophages, white material (dotted with patches within the inside capsule of the lens) and intense flare and iridescent or hyper-refringent particles ...
A flare is a device that produces brilliant light and intense heat without explosion, used for lighting, ... An occurrence during slit lamp examinations; Photography
As Kayser–Fleischer rings do not cause any symptoms, it is common for them to be identified during investigations for other medical conditions. In certain situations, they are actively sought; in that case, the early stages may be detected by slit lamp examination before they become visible to the naked eye. [1]