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Biophysics of Eye Diseases

Description: This quiz covers the biophysics of eye diseases, including the causes, mechanisms, and treatments of various eye conditions.
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What is the leading cause of blindness worldwide?

  1. Cataracts

  2. Glaucoma

  3. Age-related macular degeneration

  4. Diabetic retinopathy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cataracts, which are the clouding of the lens of the eye, are the leading cause of blindness worldwide.

What is the primary mechanism of action of glaucoma medications?

  1. Reducing intraocular pressure

  2. Improving blood flow to the optic nerve

  3. Preventing the formation of scar tissue

  4. Stimulating the regeneration of retinal cells


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Glaucoma medications primarily work by reducing intraocular pressure, which is the pressure inside the eye.

Which of the following is a common symptom of age-related macular degeneration?

  1. Blurred vision

  2. Floaters

  3. Loss of peripheral vision

  4. Night blindness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Blurred vision is a common symptom of age-related macular degeneration, which affects the central part of the retina.

What is the main cause of diabetic retinopathy?

  1. High blood sugar levels

  2. High blood pressure

  3. High cholesterol

  4. Obesity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Diabetic retinopathy is caused by high blood sugar levels, which can damage the blood vessels in the retina.

Which surgical procedure is commonly used to treat cataracts?

  1. Phacoemulsification

  2. Laser cataract surgery

  3. Corneal transplant

  4. Vitrectomy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Phacoemulsification is a surgical procedure in which the cataract is broken up using ultrasound waves and then removed from the eye.

What is the purpose of a trabeculectomy in glaucoma treatment?

  1. To create a new pathway for fluid to drain out of the eye

  2. To widen the existing drainage channels in the eye

  3. To reduce the production of aqueous humor in the eye

  4. To strengthen the muscles that control the pupil


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A trabeculectomy is a surgical procedure that creates a new pathway for fluid to drain out of the eye, thereby reducing intraocular pressure.

Which type of laser is commonly used in laser cataract surgery?

  1. Femtosecond laser

  2. Excimer laser

  3. Nd:YAG laser

  4. Argon laser


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Femtosecond lasers are commonly used in laser cataract surgery to create precise incisions and fragment the cataract.

What is the role of anti-VEGF drugs in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy?

  1. To inhibit the growth of new blood vessels in the retina

  2. To reduce inflammation in the eye

  3. To improve blood flow to the retina

  4. To prevent the formation of scar tissue


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anti-VEGF drugs are used in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy to inhibit the growth of new blood vessels in the retina, which can lead to vision loss.

Which imaging technique is commonly used to diagnose and monitor age-related macular degeneration?

  1. Fundus photography

  2. Optical coherence tomography (OCT)

  3. Fluorescein angiography

  4. Ultrasound biomicroscopy


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging technique that provides detailed cross-sectional images of the retina, making it useful for diagnosing and monitoring age-related macular degeneration.

What is the function of the lacrimal glands?

  1. To produce tears

  2. To control the size of the pupil

  3. To regulate intraocular pressure

  4. To provide nutrients to the cornea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The lacrimal glands are responsible for producing tears, which lubricate the eye and help to protect it from infection.

Which eye disease is characterized by the formation of scar tissue on the cornea?

  1. Pterygium

  2. Keratoconus

  3. Corneal ulcer

  4. Fuchs' dystrophy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pterygium is an eye disease in which scar tissue forms on the cornea, often starting from the nasal side.

What is the primary function of the conjunctiva?

  1. To protect the cornea

  2. To produce tears

  3. To control the size of the pupil

  4. To provide nutrients to the lens


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The conjunctiva is a thin membrane that covers the white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelids. Its primary function is to protect the cornea.

Which type of cataract is characterized by the clouding of the lens nucleus?

  1. Nuclear cataract

  2. Cortical cataract

  3. Posterior subcapsular cataract

  4. Congenital cataract


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nuclear cataracts are characterized by the clouding of the lens nucleus, which is the central part of the lens.

What is the role of the iris in the eye?

  1. To control the size of the pupil

  2. To focus light on the retina

  3. To produce tears

  4. To provide nutrients to the cornea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The iris is a colored part of the eye that controls the size of the pupil, which regulates the amount of light entering the eye.

Which eye disease is characterized by the detachment of the retina from the underlying choroid?

  1. Retinal detachment

  2. Glaucoma

  3. Age-related macular degeneration

  4. Diabetic retinopathy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Retinal detachment occurs when the retina separates from the underlying choroid, which can lead to vision loss.

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