Closed Angle Glaucoma

Question 1

What causes acute closed angle glaucoma?

Answer 1

Trabecular meshwork closes off
Aqueous humour cannot drain
Aqueous humour builds up
Increased intraocular pressure

Question 2

What are the features of acute closed angle glaucoma?

Answer 2

Painful red eye
Acute vision loss
Halos around lights
N+V

Question 3

What will be seen on examination?

Answer 3

Visual acuity decreased
Pupil fixed + dilated
Poor fundal view

Question 4

How is acute closed angle glaucoma managed?

Answer 4

Refer to ophthalmology

Acetazolamide drops + pilocarpine drops

Question 5

What are risk factors for acute angle closure glaucoma?

Answer 5

Female 
Hyperopia (long-sightedness)