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Cataract Surgery and Retinal Disease

Available from: 25/12/2019

Where to publish: mivision Publication and www.mieducation.com

Provider: Mivision

Contact: Nikki Byrne, [E] nikki@mivision.com.au, [P] 02 8336 8616

Learning Objectives

  • How to manage patient expectations having cataract surgery with co-existing retinal diseases.
  • What are the potential issues related to reduced postop vision in patients with retinal diseases having cataract surgery
  • What does the evidence say regarding the timing of surgery in patients with macular degeneration.
  • How to monitor patients postoperatively with coexisting diabetes and or retinal vascular occlusion.
  • What are the potential issues with cataract surgery in post-vitrectomy eyes.
  • How to avoid and keep an eye for reduced vision post-surgery due to cystoid macular edema.
  • How and why detailed retinal assessment is essential in a patient with cataract.
  • Importance of Informed consent in patients with coexisting retinal diseases
  • How to guide a diabetic patient due for cataract surgery.
  • How to guide patients for the need of ongoing treatment following cataract surgery in such cases

Max points awarded: 2.00

Session Information

Name
Catarct Surgery and Retinal Disease
Activity Type
Independent Learning with Assessment
Therapeutic?
No
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
2.00

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation Optometry Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.