What Is a Festooned Pupil?

When adhesions are localized and a mydriatic is instilled, it causes intervening portions of circle of pupil to dilate. SIGN– Festooned pupil (due to irregular dilatation and is a sign of present or past iritis.)

What is an iris bombe?

Iris bombe is a condition in which there is apposition of the iris to the lens or anterior vitreous, preventing aqueous from flowing from the posterior to the anterior chamber. The pressure in the posterior chamber rises, resulting in anterior bowing of the peripheral iris and obstruction of the trabecular meshwork.

What is synechiae eye?

Synechiae are adhesions that are formed between adjacent structures within the eye usually as a result of inflammation.

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