Retinal Artery Occlusion Flashcards
1
Q
retinal artery occlusion
A
blockage of the retinal artery
2
Q
types
A
central
branch
3
Q
risk factors
A
hypertension
glaucoma
diabetes
combined pill
4
Q
signs
A
sudden reduced vision/blindness
painless
central - complete loss
branch - partial loss
5
Q
investigations
A
fundoscope
6
Q
management
A
manage underlying cause
oxygen
fluid drainage
7
Q
complications if left untreated
A
blockage of oxygenated blood to retina
clot can go to brain
8
Q
which type of retinal artery occlusion is more serious
A
central
9
Q
what would be seen on fundoscope
A
pale retina
cherry spot on macula
10
Q
where does the clot commonly originate from
A
carotids
