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MBBS DegreeFaculty of Faculty of Medical, Health & Clinical SciencesMedicine & Surgery
OPH 501: Clinical Ophthalmology & Vision Sciences (500 Level)
Ophthalmic clinical evaluation, visual acuity testing, direct ophthalmoscopy, cataracts, glaucoma, trachoma, ocular trauma, and sight-threatening emergencies.
Course Overview
Ophthalmic clinical evaluation, visual acuity testing, direct ophthalmoscopy, cataracts, glaucoma, trachoma, ocular trauma, and sight-threatening emergencies. Curriculum Structure & Core Modules: • 1. Ophthalmic Examination: Visual Acuity (Snellen), Direct Ophthalmoscopy,...
What You'll Learn
- Measure distant and near visual acuity correctly and examine pupillary light reflexes.
- Perform direct ophthalmoscopy and identify the optic disc, macula, and normal retinal vasculature.
- Differentiate open-angle from acute angle-closure glaucoma and formulate immediate medical pressure-lowering treatment.
- Classify cataracts morphologically and explain modern cataract surgical procedures (MSICS, phacoemulsification).
- Manage emergency ocular trauma: chemical burns (copious irrigation), penetrating globe injuries, and corneal foreign bodies.
Requirements
- Passing of 400L Core Clinical Sciences
Degree Programme Curriculum Context
This course is a curriculum unit of the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree framework in Nigeria.
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Course Curriculum
Open-access academic curriculum. All foundational lectures available to read free.
8 Chapters
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1. Ophthalmic Examination: Visual Acuity (Snellen), Direct Ophthalmoscopy, Tonometry & Slit-Lamp Biomicroscopy: Structural Principles & Pathophysiological Derangements
OPH 501 • 500L • Ophthalmology • Chapter 1 • Lecture 1 Ophthalmic Examination: Visual Acuity (Snellen), Direct Ophthalmoscopy, Tonometry & Slit-Lamp Biomicroscopy: Structural Principles, Functional Architecture & Pathophysiological Derangements Curriculum Reference: OPH 501: Clinical Ophthalmology & Vision Sciences (500 Level) • Clinical Ophthalmology & Vision Scie...
2. Ophthalmic Examination: Visual Acuity (Snellen), Direct Ophthalmoscopy, Tonometry & Slit-Lamp Biomicroscopy: Clinical Semiology, Differential Diagnosis & Evidence-Based Management
OPH 501 • 500L • Ophthalmology • Chapter 1 • Lecture 2 Ophthalmic Examination: Visual Acuity (Snellen), Direct Ophthalmoscopy, Tonometry & Slit-Lamp Biomicroscopy: Clinical Semiology, Differential Diagnosis & Evidence-Based Bedside Management Curriculum Reference: OPH 501: Clinical Ophthalmology & Vision Sciences (500 Level) • MDCN Professional MBBS Exam / UK GMC M...
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3. Ophthalmic Examination: Visual Acuity (Snellen), Direct Ophthalmoscopy, Tonometry & Slit-Lamp Biomicroscopy: Formative Clinical Case Assessment
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8 Chapters
16 Lectures
1 week
Skill Level advanced
Taught in English
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Category: University - Medicine & Surgery
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