43 extractive question-and-answer pairs built from P a R T N E R S, published by icmr.gov.in. Every answer is a verbatim span of text the source prints, and each row carries the passage it sits in, its offset in that passage, the source quote, the page and the location in the document, so any row can be checked against the original. 30 of the 43 pairs (69.8%) are explanatory questions and 13 restate a figure. 100.00% of rows pass the corpus quality gate.
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| question | answer | context | answer_start | question_type | knowledge_quality_score | source_quote | source_page | source_location | confidence | validation_status |
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| What is the goal of glaucoma surgery as explained during counselling? | a means to lower IOP to stabilize the disease | DISTRICT HOSPITAL • Refraction for BCVA • Detailed work up including, Slit lamp examination& AC Depth , IOP, Optic nerve head examn • Gonioscopy ,fields and Diagnose, classify, advice as per Flow chart. point to point guided referral • Surgical intervention such as Yag PI and Trabeculectomy • Counselling regarding spacing and phasing of glaucoma medication and reporting of side effects if any. • Counsel that surgery is not a cure but a means to lower IOP to stabilize the disease. The follow up is mandatory and will remain, regardless • Counsel that stabilization of disease is available with regular treatment and follow up | 438 | definition | 1.000 | • Counsel that surgery is not a cure but a means to lower IOP to stabilize the disease. | 10 | page=10,block=36 | 0.700 | valid |
| What is the stated purpose of glaucoma surgery as explained at a PHC? | a means to lower IOP to stabilize the disease | PHC • Evaluate for open angle(deep AC), narrow angle (shallow AC) with torchlight • Detailed history and examinations • Refraction for BCVA • Preliminary diagnosis • Referral to Ophthalmologist as soon as possible if IOP > 21, shallow anterior chamber or cup-disc ratio > 0.7 • Counselling regarding spacing and phasing of glaucoma medication and reporting of side effects if any • Counsel that surgery is not a cure but a means to lower IOP to stabilize the disease. | 421 | definition | 1.000 | PHC • Evaluate for open angle(deep AC), narrow angle (shallow AC) with torchlight • Detailed history and examinations • Refraction for BCVA • Preliminary diagnosis • Referral to Ophthalmologist as soon as possible if IOP > 21, shallow anterior chamber or cup-disc ratio > 0.7 • Counselling regarding spacing and phasing of glaucoma medication and reporting of side effects if any • Counsel that surgery is not a cure but a means to lower IOP to stabilize the disease. | 10 | page=10,block=39 | 0.700 | valid |
| What does NPCB stand for? | National Programme for Control of Blindness | Perimetry + baseline IOP (preferably morning and evening) to determine ‘Target’ IOP TONOMETRY (repeat twice) + Gonioscopy BE Yag PI ESSENTIAL Slit lamp bio microscopy, AC Depth, gonioscopy, Pupillary reflex, Estimation of IOP (3 measurements), Visual field assessment DESIRABLE Diurnal variation. Central Corneal thickness OPTIONAL UBM, OCT, HRT, GCC for RNFLthickness AC: Anterior chamber GCC: Ganglion cell complex HRT: Heidelberg retina tomograph OCT: Optical coherence tomography NPCB: National Programme for Control of Blindness PI: Peripheral iridectomy POAG: Primary open angle glaucoma RNFL: Retinal nerve fiber layer UBM: High-frequency ultrasound biomicroscopy | 490 | definition | 0.980 | Central Corneal thickness OPTIONAL UBM, OCT, HRT, GCC for RNFLthickness AC: Anterior chamber GCC: Ganglion cell complex HRT: Heidelberg retina tomograph OCT: Optical coherence tomography NPCB: National Programme for Control of Blindness PI: Peripheral iridectomy POAG: Primary open angle glaucoma RNFL: Retinal nerve fiber layer UBM: High-frequency ultrasound biomicroscopy | 10 | page=10,block=68 | 0.700 | valid |
| What factors can lead to differences in how an individual patient is managed? | his/her specific condition, as decided by the treating physician | These STWs have been prepared by national experts of India with feasibility considerations for various levels of healthcare system in the country. These broad guidelines are advisory, and are based on expert opinions and available scientific evidence. There may be variations in the management of an individual patient based on his/her specific condition, as decided by the treating physician. There will be no indemnity for direct or indirect consequences. Kindly visit our web portal (stw.icmr.org.in) for more information. | 328 | relationship | 0.970 | There may be variations in the management of an individual patient based on his/her specific condition, as decided by the treating physician. | 3 | page=3,block=1 | 0.700 | valid |
| Why is cataract surgery sometimes necessary for patients with narrow angle glaucoma? | to improve control of IOP | Clinically significant cataract causing visual loss enough to warrant surgery (BCVA in affected eye < 6/12 or patient feeling visually handicapped even with BCVA ≥ 6/12). Advanced cataracts with severe visual loss BCVA <6/60 or worse should be operated on priority 2. Clinically significant cataract enough to account for other visually disturbing symptoms such as glare, loss of contrast or polyopia which are bothersome enough for the patient to undergo surgery 3. Significant cataract hampering visualization of fundus for examination or treatment of retinal disorders 4. Cataract with narrow angle glaucoma where cataract surgery is required to improve control of IOP Advice for follow up as needed Discussion with patient about cataract, need for surgery, possible surgical options, expected outcome and prognosis PROCEED FOR SURGERY IF INDICATED INDICATIONS FOR SURGERY | 646 | relationship | 0.970 | Cataract with narrow angle glaucoma where cataract surgery is required to improve control of IOP Advice for follow up as needed Discussion with patient about cataract, need for surgery, possible surgical options, expected outcome and prognosis PROCEED FOR SURGERY IF INDICATED INDICATIONS FOR SURGERY | ||||
| What is the objective of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in empowering healthcare providers? | achieving the overall goal of Universal Health Coverage | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India To empower the primary, secondary and tertiary health care physicians/surgeons towards achieving the overall goal of Universal Health Coverage with disease management protocols and pre-defined referral mechanisms by decoding complex guidelines. | 146 | summary | 0.970 | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India To empower the primary, secondary and tertiary health care physicians/surgeons towards achieving the overall goal of Universal Health Coverage with disease management protocols and pre-defined referral mechanisms by decoding complex guidelines. | 6 | page=6,block=11 | 0.700 | valid |
| What is the purpose of formulating treatment algorithms for medical and surgical conditions? | for both outdoor & indoor patient management at primary, secondary and tertiary levels of India’s healthcare system | To formulate treatment algorithms for common and serious medical & surgical conditions for both outdoor & indoor patient management at primary, secondary and tertiary levels of India’s healthcare system that are scientific, robust and locally contextual. • Participation also from Public Health Specialists Search Strategists Graphic Designers • Review by Editorial Board • Approval by Advisory Committee • Prevalence studies • Global burden of diseases studies • HBP of AB-PMJAY Output ADVISORY COMMITTEE ICMR STW Team Speciality wise Expert Committees Editorial Board Book Web Portal Mobile Apps | 87 | summary | 0.970 | To formulate treatment algorithms for common and serious medical & surgical conditions for both outdoor & indoor patient management at primary, secondary and tertiary levels of India’s healthcare system that are scientific, robust and locally contextual. | 6 | page=6,block=11 | 0.700 | valid |
| How should care be prioritized for patients with cataracts and additional medical conditions? | according to the severity of the disease and need for treatment | • Explain implications of associated corneal opacity/glaucoma/uveitis/ retinal disease/optic nerve disease/ amblyopia/squint/uncontrolled systemic disease • Prioritize care according to the severity of the disease and need for treatment • Refer to specialist for consultation/ opinion/management and follow up | 173 | summary | 0.970 | • Explain implications of associated corneal opacity/glaucoma/uveitis/ retinal disease/optic nerve disease/ amblyopia/squint/uncontrolled systemic disease • Prioritize care according to the severity of the disease and need for treatment • Refer to specialist for consultation/ opinion/management and follow up | 8 | page=8,block=48 | 0.700 | valid |
| What is one responsibility of tertiary-level ophthalmology management? | Ensure postoperative follow up and compliance including collaboration with district hospital ophthalmologists | OPTIONAL OCT, FFA, OCTA if indicated ESSENTIAL Slit lamp bio microscopy (retinal exam) , ultrasound-B scan (when fundus not visible) DESIRABLE Indirect ophthalmoscopy Fundus photography MANAGEMENT PHC/PRIMARY LEVEL • Detailed history & examination • Refraction for BCVA • Preliminary diagnosis • Referral to Ophthalmologist (as per Table no. 1 and 2) • Counselling regarding metabolic control • Preventive advice, counselling and regular follow up SECONDARY LEVEL • Refraction for BCVA • Detailed work up including indirect ophthalmoscopy • Diagnose, classify, advice (as per Table no. 1 and 2) • Point to point guided referral • Ensure follow up and compliance • Counselling regarding metabolic control and systemic comorbidities (hypertension, and nephropathy) TERTIARY LEVEL • Diagnose, classify, advice (as per Table no. 1 and 2) • Intravitreal injections/laser photocoagulation/ vitreoretinal surgery • Ensure postoperative follow up and compliance including collaboration with district hospital ophthalmologists • Counselling regarding metabolic control | 908 | summary | 0.970 | 1 and 2) • Intravitreal injections/laser photocoagulation/ vitreoretinal surgery • Ensure postoperative follow up and compliance including collaboration with district hospital ophthalmologists • Counselling regarding metabolic control | ||||
| What is the primary objective in managing glaucoma? | Achieve target IOP with minimal fluctuation | The follow up is mandatory and will remain, regardless • Counsel that stabilization of disease is available with regular treatment and follow up INDICATIONS FOR SURGERY • IOP above target despite maximal tolerated medical therapy • Inability to review regularly • Unable to affford medications • Progession of the disease on maximal tolerated medical therapy • Non compliance Intervention: Consult flowchart, pre-op topical broad spectrum antibiotics, QID for 1-3 days Aim of Glaucoma Management • Achieve target IOP with minimal fluctuation (Refer NPCB Guidelines) • Iridotomy in all primary angle closure patients • Trabeculectomy or referal to higher center if target IOP not achievable Special instruction for glaucoma medication: • Punctal Occlusion’ • Not to squeeze eyesafter instillation • 1 drop in conjunctival sac QUALITY ASSESSMENT • Patient identifier, Age/ Gender • Compliance with Follow up schedule and medications *if normal but associated with other features think of normal-tension glaucoma | 498 | summary | 0.970 | The follow up is mandatory and will remain, regardless • Counsel that stabilization of disease is available with regular treatment and follow up INDICATIONS FOR SURGERY • IOP above target despite maximal tolerated medical therapy • Inability to review regularly • Unable to affford medications • Progession of the disease on maximal tolerated medical therapy • Non compliance Intervention: Consult flowchart, pre-op topical broad spectrum antibiotics, QID for 1-3 days Aim of Glaucoma Management • Achieve target IOP with minimal fluctuation (Refer NPCB Guidelines) • Iridotomy in all primary angle |
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