Angle recession glaucoma occurs in
Correct Answer: Concussion injury of the globe
Description: A. i.e. (Concussion injury in the globe) (235 - Khurana 4th) (290 - Parson 20th)Angie - recession (cleavage) glaucoma - due to disruption of trabecular mesh work followed by fibrosis - seen in Traumatic glaucoma (Perforating as well as blunt injuries)(i) Symptom - Diminuation of vision(ii) Anterior segment - Mydriasis, tears of the iris sphincter, iridodialysis(iii) Gonioscopy - anterior recession >180deg(iv) Intraocular pressure - Moderate to high(v) Optic nerve head - Granulomatous cupping if chronic(vi) Treatment - Medical and surgery* Intractable secondary glaucoma is seen in - Diffuse iris melanoma**
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