MAY 2018 Sub. Code: 1615
M. OPTOM EXAMS
SECOND YEAR
PAPER V CONTACT LENS II
Q.P. Code: 281615
Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 Marks
I. Elaborate on: x 20 40)
1. A 40 years old male has a refractive error of -3.00/-1.25*180° -5.00/
-3.00*90°. Give an example of K reading for this refraction. Explain the lens
options advantages and disadvantages to the patient and prescribe the best.
2. Discuss in detail the ideal fitting for a RGP lens with specific instruction of
maintenance of the lens.
II. Write notes on: (10 x 6 60)
1. Ideal soft contact lens fitting.
2. Fluroscein pattern in RGP lens.
3. Care of soft contact lens.
4. Steps of toric lens fitting.
5. Piggyback lens.
6. Correction of astigmatism with contact lens.
7. Relevant history to select new contact lens patient.
8. Acanthamoeba Keratitis.
9. Manufacturing techniques of soft contact lens.
10. Special contact lens design.