Cycloplegia
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| Cycloplegia Classification and external resources | |
| ICD-10 | H52.5 |
|---|---|
| ICD-9 | 367.51 |
| DiseasesDB | 17379 |
Cycloplegia is paralysis of the ciliary muscle of the eye, resulting in a loss of accommodation. The ciliary muscle has muscarinic (parasympathetic) innervation and controls the shape of the lens.
Cycloplegic drugs are generally muscarinic receptor blockers. These include atropine, cyclopentolate, homatropine, scopolamine and tropicamide. They are indicated for use in cycloplegic refractions and the treatment of uveitis. Many cycloplegics are also mydriatic (pupil dilating) agents and are used as such during ophthalmoscopic examinations to better visualize the retina.
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