A review of the management of central retinal artery occlusion
Reema Madike, Sudha Cugati, Celia S. Chen
Abstract
Central retinal artery occlusion (CRAO), the ocular analog of a cerebral stroke, is an ophthalmic emergency. The visual prognosis for overall spontaneous visual recovery in CRAO is low. Furthermore, the risk of future ischemic heart disease and cerebral stroke is increased due to the underlying atherosclerotic risk factors. There is currently no guideline-endorsed treatment for CRAO. This review will describe the anatomy, pathophysiology, epidemiology, and clinical features of CRAO, and investigate the current and future management strategies.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineCentral retinal artery occlusionGuidelineStroke (engine)Retinal Artery OcclusionCentral retinal arteryOcclusionRetinalIschemic strokeOphthalmologyCardiologyIschemiaPathologyEngineeringMechanical engineeringRetinal and Optic ConditionsOcular Diseases and Behçet’s SyndromeCerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis