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Branch retinal artery occlusion

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Branch retinal artery occlusion
Central retinal artery (at right)
SpecialtyOphthalmology

Branch retinal artery occlusion (BRAO) is a rare retinal vascular disorder in which one of the branches of the central retinal artery is obstructed.[1]

Signs and symptoms

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Causes

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Diagnosis

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Treatment

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No proven treatment exists for branch retinal artery occlusion. In the rare patient who has branch retinal artery obstruction accompanied by a systemic disorder, systemic anti-coagulation may prevent further events.[1]

Epidemiology

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b Myron Yanoff; Jay S. Duker (2009). Ophthalmology (3rd ed.). Mosby Elsevier. pp. 592–594. ISBN 9780323043328.
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