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Case Studies | Medicine Science | India | Volume 4 Issue 4, April 2015 | Rating: 6.1 / 10
Central Retinal Artery Occlusion in a Young Male - A Case Report and Review of Literature
Dr. M.Ravi kumar M.S, Dr M.Parni Kumar M.S, Dr Pavani Thavva M.S
Abstract: Central retinal artery occlusion is abrupt diminution of blood supply via central retinal artery to the inner retina which leads to sudden painless loss of vision. Here we are presenting a case report on central retinal artery occlusion in a young male. This case is remarkable as it is a rare presentation where atherosclerosis is responsible for central retinal artery occlusion in young patient.
Keywords: Central retinal artery occlusion CRAO, young age, atherosclerosis, fundus fluorescein angiography, carotid doppler
Edition: Volume 4 Issue 4, April 2015,
Pages: 2420 - 2422