SS2L2 Hereditary Dystrophies and Degenerations of the Vitreous and the Retina
Date: 16/04/2019
Venue: AC 374 Cardigan Street Carlton, VIC, 3053
Provider: Australian College of Optometry
Contact: Liz Salvatore, [E] cpd@aco.org.au, [P] 03 9349 7477
Learning Objectives
- List the range of inherited dystrophies of the posterior segment – vitreoretinal dystrophies, rod dystrophies and cone dystrophies
- Demonstrate an understanding of the inheritance patterns of the more commonly encountered dystrophies and the genetic counselling of patients who may transmit the conditions
- Explain the clinical features and differential diagnostic signs of the more commonly encountered dystrophies
- Discuss the role of the rapidly expanding field of genetic therapy – in particular, Luxturna - that may offer ways of addressing some vitreoretinal diseases.
Max points awarded: 3.00
Session Information
| Name |
|---|
| Hereditary Dystrophies and Degenerations of the Vitreous and the Retina |
| Activity Type |
| Face to Face with Assessment |
| Therapeutic? |
| No |
| Manufacturer/Supplier? |
| No |
| Points for attending & Passing Assessment |
| 3.00 |
| Name | Activity Type | Therapeutic? | Manufacturer/ Supplier? | Points for attending & Passing Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hereditary Dystrophies and Degenerations of the Vitreous and the Retina | Face to Face with Assessment | No | No | 3.00 |