Shining a Light onto the Iris from the Lateral Side

question 60

Multiple Choice

Shining a light onto the iris from the lateral side could cause a crescent-shaped shadow on the medial side if the patient is suffering from:

• A) hemianopsia.
• B) glaucoma.
• C) retinal artery occlusion.
• D) anisocoria.

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