128. Cataract Surgery Part 1

Published: Oct. 6, 2014, 8:54 p.m.

In this two-part episode, medical student Danica Kindrachuk discusses ophthalmology and its signature operation of cataract surgery. After listening to the first part of this episode, learners will be able to: Define cataract and understand its pathophysiology Describe anterior eye anatomy with a particular focus on the lens List five types of cataracts and their presentations Know the features on history and physical exam that would make a person suspect cataracts