Central Retinal Artery Occlusion

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Central Retinal Artery Occlusion


  • Dramatic visual loss within seconds of occlusion
  • Afferent pupil defect appears within seconds. Retinal changes after 1h
  • Retina appears white, cherry red macula

Treatment

  • If within 1h attempt to dislodge embolus by applying pressure to eyeball and then rapidly releasing
 

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