Ophthalmology 2 - DR

The Case

Meet Mr Roberts

Mr Roberts is a 55 year old male who presents to eye casualty with a sudden onset of reduced vision in his right eye. He describes black shapes in his vision.


He is an insulin dependent diabetic, has hypertension and gout, and COPD.


He has recently moved house and is a driver.


He has a family history of cataract.

Open Question

Which of the above could be important factors in his presentation?


Write them down before moving onto the next page.