retinal vein occlusion Flashcards

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retinal vein occlusion risk factors

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HTN
cholesterol
diabetes
smoking
myeloma
myeloproliferative disorders
Inflammatory eg SLE

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presentation of retinal vein occlusion

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painless blurred vision or loss, some or all of the retina
dilated tortuous veins
flame and blot haemorrhage
retinal oedema
cotton wool spots
hard exudates
“blood and thunder”

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management of retinal vein occlusion

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anti-VEGF
dexamethasone implant
laser photocoagulation - for new vessels

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