Rubeosis iridis
 

The iris contains irregularly arranged blood vessels. The anterior chamber may contain cells, flare or even hyphaema. Other examination: Look for Molteno's tube in the anterior chamber which may be used to treat this condition Examine the posterior segment for central retinal vein occlusion and diabetic retinopathy

Questions:

1. What is 100 day glaucoma?

Answer
This is neovascular glaucoma secondary to ischaemic central retinal vein occlusion.

2. List some of the causes for rubeotic glaucoma.

Answer
Central retinal vein occlusion and diabetic retinopathy are the two most common causes.
Other causes:
retinal artery occlusion
chronic retinal detachment
sickle cell retinopathy
radiation retinopathy
carotid artery occlusive disease
chronic uveitis

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