Ischemic optic neuropathy
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Rat Model of Photochemically-Induced Posterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Published on: November 29, 2015
Geetha Athappilly1, Victoria S Pelak, Naresh Mandava
1Department of Neurology, Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Institute, University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center, Denver, CO, USA.
Abstract:
Ischemic optic neuropathy is the most frequent cause of vision loss in middle age. Clinical and laboratory research studies have begun to clarify the natural history, clinical presentation, diagnostic criteria and pathogenesis of various ischemic nerve injuries. As a result, physicians are acquiring new tools to aid in the diagnosis and potential treatment of ischemic nerve injury. The aim of this review is to examine recent data on anterior and posterior ischemic optic neuropathy and to provide a framework for physicians to manage and counsel affected individuals.
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