1% atropine is given in uveitis to: March 2010
Ans. C: Cause mydriasis and prevent formation of posterior synechiae Cycloplegics serve three purposes in the treatment of anterior uveitis: To relieve pain by immobilizing the iris To prevent adhesion of the iris to the anterior lens capsule (posterior synechia), which can lead to iris bombe and elevated intraocular pressure. To stabilize the blood-aqueous barrier and help prevent fuher protein leakage (flare).
Cause mydriasis and prevent formation of anterior synechiae
Cause miosis and prevent formation of posterior synechiae
Cause mydriasis and prevent formation of posterior synechiae
Cause miosis and prevent formation of posterior synechiae