Retinal artery occlusion
Retinal artery occlusion: urgent evaluation
A retinal artery occlusion is a blockage of the artery supplying the retina, causing sudden, painless vision loss in one eye. It is the eye’s equivalent of a stroke and can signal serious systemic vascular risk.
This condition can be an emergency
Sudden vision loss is an emergency. Seek immediate medical care. Dr. Maisel provides urgent evaluation and coordinates the underlying vascular workup with your physicians.
Symptoms
Sudden, painless, and often severe loss of vision in one eye. A retinal artery occlusion is a stroke of the eye and may signal an increased risk of stroke elsewhere in the body. Seek emergency care immediately.
Treatment
Immediate evaluation is critical. Treatment may include measures to dislodge the blockage and lower eye pressure, along with urgent referral for a systemic workup to identify the source of the blockage and reduce the risk of a future stroke.
Why Dr. Maisel for retinal artery occlusion
Our offices prioritize same-day evaluation for suspected artery occlusion. Dr. Maisel works directly with emergency physicians, neurologists, and cardiologists to ensure a complete and rapid workup.
Frequently asked
Why does a retinal artery occlusion need a medical workup?
Because the same process that blocked the eye’s artery can affect the brain and heart. Identifying the cause helps protect you from a future stroke.
See Dr. Maisel about this condition
New patients are welcome at both Long Island offices. Urgent symptoms are seen the same day.