[Posterior acute ischemic optic neuropathy (author's transl)].

Area of Science:

• Ophthalmology
• Neurology

Background:

• Posterior acute ischemic neuropathy is a newly identified clinical entity.
• It presents with unilateral visual disturbances, including arcuate or altitudinal defects.

Observation:

• Optic atrophy may develop over time in affected individuals.
• Concurrent anterior optic neuropathy in the contralateral eye is a possible complication.
• Systemic conditions like lupus erythematosus, polyarteritis nodosa, temporal arteritis, and arteriosclerosis are frequently associated with PAIN.

Findings:

• The study analyzes three personal cases of posterior acute ischemic neuropathy.
• Discussion focuses on the potential pathogenesis of this condition.

Implications:

• Understanding PAIN is crucial for diagnosing and managing visual disturbances.
• Early recognition and association with systemic vasculopathies can guide treatment.
• Further research into the pathogenesis may reveal novel therapeutic targets for ischemic optic neuropathies.