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Jessie R Cai1,2, Glen C Hawkins3,2, Xi Jia4
1Department of Neurology, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, AUS.
Cureus
|April 6, 2026
Summary
Bilateral central retinal artery occlusion (CRAO) is rare, causing sudden vision loss. Management is uncertain, and despite treatment, severe visual impairment and complications like neovascularization can occur.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Vascular Medicine
- Retinal Diseases
Background:
- Central retinal artery occlusion (CRAO) is a rare cause of sudden, profound vision loss.
- Bilateral CRAO is exceptionally uncommon, presenting unique management challenges.

