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Ophthalmology Retina 9e3ec557

All of the following statements are false except

A
Very severe NPDR has a 45% chance of progression to high risk PDR within 1 year
B
Argon laser photocoagulation is contraindicated in cases of Ischemic Maculopathy (DME) if Foveal Avascular zone <1000 microns
C
Panretinal Photocoagulation for PDR should be done in a single sitting as it can lead to visual field defects
D
Aspirin at a dose of 650mg/day slowed the progression of retinopathy
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. (a) Very severe NPDR has a 45%. chance of progression to high risk PDR within 1 yearOption a - In the ETDRS, it was found that Severe NPDR had a 15% chance and Very severe NPDR a 45% chance of progression to high risk PDR within 1 year.Option b - Contraindicated if FAZ > 1000 microns Option c - PRP should be done in multiple sittings Option d - In ETDRS study, aspirin use did not alter progression of retinopathy and did not reduce the risk of vitreous hemorrhage.

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