What is macular Oedema secondary to retinal vein occlusion?

RVO occurs when a blood vessel in the retina becomes blocked, often by a blood clot. When fluid leaks into the macula as a result of the blocked blood vessel, it is called Macular Edema following Retinal Vein Occlusion, or MEfRVO.

How serious is central retinal vein occlusion?

Retinal vein occlusion often causes permanent damage to the retina and loss of vision. It can also lead to other eye problems.

Can you go blind from retinal vein occlusion?

When a vein in the retina becomes blocked, it’s called retinal vein occlusion. This can give you blurry vision or even sudden permanent blindness in that eye.

Does BRVO cause macular edema?

With a BRVO, the circulation of blood through the affected vein is either halted or reduced, often resulting in an accumulation of blood and fluid (macular edema) within the retinal tissue. The reduction in blood flow (ischemia) and macular edema both contribute to decreased visual acuity.

What is the treatment for central retinal vein occlusion?

Currently, the first line treatment for macular edema due to CRVO is anti-VEGF therapy with intravitreal bevacizumab, ranibizumab, or aflibercept. Second line treatments typically include intravitreal triamcinolone and dexamethasone implant.

What is the treatment for retinal vein occlusion?

Treatment for the complications of retinal vein occlusion may include: Focal laser treatment, if macular edema is present. Injections of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) drugs into the eye. These drugs may block the growth of new blood vessels that can cause glaucoma.

Can vision be restored after CRVO?

Because the blocked veins cannot be unblocked, there is no cure for CRVO. Many people regain some vision even without treatment. However, even if vision does return, it rarely returns to normal.

Does CRVO get worse over time?

The majority of patients with CRVO do not recover vision and often get worse if left untreated for several months. This is due to development of irreversible scarring. There is some evidence that delaying treatment for months may reduce the chances of visual recovery.

What are the symptoms of retinal vein occlusion?

Symptoms of retinal vascular occlusion The primary symptom of retinal vascular occlusion is a sudden change in vision. This could include blurry vision, or a partial or complete loss of vision. The vision symptoms usually only occur in one eye. Physical pain is not a symptom of retinal vascular occlusion.

Is retinal vein occlusion an emergency?

Medical therapy and follow up. Retinal artery occlusion is an eye emergency. Patients should be referred to the nearest stroke center for further immediate management.