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Retinal Artery Occlusion: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment in Delhi NCR At Shroff Eye Centre

There are two types of vessels in the retina - arteries and veins. A retinal artery occlusion(RAO) is a blockage of one or many arteries/arterioles in the retina. This blockage can result from a clot blocking the vessel lumen or cholesterol lining the vessel wall and eventually blocking it. It can also be considered as a stroke (called by many as an ‘eye stroke’)..

It is an ophthalmic emergency and needs urgent treatment.

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Central Retinal Artery Occlusion (CRAO)

Branch Retinal artery Occlusion (BRAO)

what are the Types of Retinal artery Occlusions?

RAOs can be divided into two types depending on the type of vessel blocked.

  • Blockage of smaller arteries (arterioles) results in a Branch Retinal artery Occlusion (BRAO).

  • Occlusion of the major retinal artery I.e. central retinal artery results in Central Retinal Artery Occlusion (CRAO).

Risk Factors for Retinal artery Occlusion

Systemic risk factors include:

  • High blood pressure

  • Uncontrolled blood sugar

  • Elevated cholesterol

  • Smoking

  • Coronary artery disease

  • Carotid artery stenosis

  • Cardiac arrhythmias

Other risk factors include:

  • Inflammation in the vessel walls

  • Coagulation disorders

  • Leukemias/Lymphomas

symptoms of Retinal Artery Occlusion

  • A patient with RAO usually presents with an acute painless loss of vision.

  • In case of CRAO - total loss of vision occurs.

  • In case of BRAO, the patient usually develops a black or blind spot or scotoma in the visual field.

Retinal Artery Occlusion diagnosis

In case someone develops the above symptoms, they should contact an ophthalmologist immediately and avoid any delay in initiating treatment. Diagnosis involves:

  • Comprehensive dilated retina exam

  • Fundus fluoroscein angiography (FFA)

  • Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

  • Fundus Photograph

Other investigations including a full systemic workup and a cardiologist and/ or neurologist are also suggested. Tests like ECG, Echocardiography, blood investigations, carotid doppler (ultrasound of the neck vessels) to rule out systemic risk factors.

Emergency Treatment and Management of Retinal Artery Occlusion

RAO is an emergency and needs immediate intervention.

If initiated early (within a few hours), there is a chance that the retinal perfusion may be restored to some extent.

However the prognosis remains guarded as most patients do not reach a doctor early.

Treatment modalities include :

  • Lowering the eye pressure using IOP lowering drugs

  • Digital ocular massage

  • Draining fluid from the anterior chamber of the eye to induce hypotony - in order to dislodge any clot if present

  • Further treatment including vitrectomy has been tried in a few patients under guarded prognosis.

  • Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is being tried as a newer modality to help treat recent CRAO.

Your cardiologist or neurologist may start blood thinner and cholesterol lowering agents as well.

Prevention of Retinal Artery Occlusion

RAO is unpredicatable and no one can prevent its occurrence.

  • However, a good metabolic control of blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol goes a long way in preventing such serious conditions.

  • Avoidance of smoking is a major factor which is known to reduce the risk of RAO.

  • A healthy lifestyle, regular exercise and frequent follow ups are important ways by which one can maintain a healthy eyesight and long life.

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Sambhav Chawla

I have been coming to Dr Cyrus Shroff for retina checkup for more than 20 years. He is the best retina specialist in India. The whole medical team is great.Polite and helpful staff as well.

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Piyush Bajaj

My dad was suffering from Diabetic Retinopathy and Dr Darius Shroff came to our rescue and since the start of the treatment i.e 2019 we have a wonderful experience at Shroff Eye Centre.

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Atul

Very nice experience at Shroff. Dr Gagan Bhatia is a very experienced doctor. He is an expert in giving laser treatment. Fully satisfied with his treatment and care. Wishing him all the very best.

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Pranay Mangrati

I have been a patient of Dr Charu Gupta and Dr Aashraya Karpe and I got my treatment of laser and retina detachment surgery. I am fully satisfied and happy with the efficient treatment and prompt action of the doctor and the team. The whole process has been very seamless and easy for me. Thank you very much.

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Raghav Verma

I have now been visiting Shroff Eye Centre for the last 3 years and my experience has been very reliable and trustworthy. I recently went for a regular checkup and a retina hole was identified for which an immediate laser surgery was required. Dr Ashraya did the assessment and immediately set up the laser surgery the next day. It was very expertly done, and the doctor was very knowledgable and empathetic. Dr Richa Pyare did my follow up checkup – great experience with her as well. Would strongly recommend Shroff Eye Centre especially for anything to do with retina issues.

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S.N. Khatri

I have been examined by Dr Stuti who performed Laser PRP very excellently. She is professionally very experienced, cooperative and polite. I am very much satisfied for the treatment given by her. All the staff at Shroff Eye Centre is also very cooperative, helpful and well behaved.

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Seema Katara

We have been consulting Dr. Charu Gupta for my father’s diabetic retinopathy treatment. Appreciating her for the diligent work and behaviour. Even if we were late for an appointment she was kind enough to be available. The reception and other staff are also good and helpful.

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Rohit Srivastava

I came to this hospital for my mother treatment. She is having diabetic retinopathy. It was great experience and treatment. Staffs are very cooperative and friendly. Will surly recommend to near and dear ones.

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Elizabet Karkkeselyan

My brother is 34 years old and has diabetic retinopathy. His condition was quite advanced. We came all the way from Bulgaria, and were extremely happy with the experience at Shroff Eye hospital (Kailash colony), and especially the professionalism of Dr. Cyrus Shroff and Dr. Charu Gupta. He underwent 2 complex retina attachment surgeries within 4 months, both of them with gas. All throughout the process, the whole team made us extreme comfortable, gave us detailed accurate diagnosis, and treated us with patience and care of highest level. Special thanks to the whole team for saving my brother's eyes, especially to Dr Charu Gupta and Dr Cyrus Shroff.

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Pranay Mangrati

I have been a patient of Dr Charu Gupta and Dr Aashraya Karpe and I got my treatment of laser and retina detachment surgery, I am fully satisfied and happy with the efficient treatment and prompt action of the doctor and the team. The whole process has been very seem less and easy for me. Thank you very much.

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Archana Sarkar

I am greatly indebted to Dr Deepender Chauhan and Dr Charu Gupta for handling my emergency retina operation and subsequent cataract surgery in the last 8 months. I stay in Germany and Ethiopia for my work with GIZ and I chose to travel to my country to get the treatment here. Shroff eye centre is highly professional, compassionate and the care is world class. Thank you!!

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Puneet Kochhar

Dr. Gagan Bhaitia… Retina specialist… has been too good Doctor with bringing back from 0 percent vision to 50% when I had retina damaged… had lost hope but I am grateful to him to give the best.

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Mayank Chauhan

My mother got her retina surgery done from Dr. Charu Gupta at Shroff Eye Centre, Kailash Colony. The treatment is excellent, the staff is excellent, the hospital is excellent. Thank you doctors and staff for doing wonderful service.

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Amit Garg

Dr. Daraius Shroff is the best retina surgeon in Delhi NCR. We had a very good experience. Highly recommended & professional.

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Abhishek Gagneja

Dr. Cyrus Shroff and Dr. Darius Shroff performed a very serious vitreo-retinal surgery for my father. He had a partially detached retina with a macular hole in his right eye, both of which were treated in the most efficient manner. Our experience was excellent and we recommend their care for anyone in need.

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Rataan Kapoor

Dr Charu Gupta performed my Retina detachment surgery. From the initial consultation to the post-op follow-up, I was impressed with her professionalism, empathy, and expertise. The procedure itself was quick and painless, and the staff made sure I was comfortable throughout. DR. Charu took the time to explain everything, answered all my questions, and made me feel at ease. The outcome has been amazing – I highly recommend Dr. Gupta to anyone considering eye surgery.

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Sahil Kapoor

My son was detected with retina detachment in October 2024 and he had to undergo surgery. We had so many apprehensions. We are really grateful to Dr. Gagan who not only performed the surgery with precision but was also really patient to answer our queries each time we visited post surgery. Now my son is really doing well. His eye has recovered. The vision wasn't affected. Thank you doctor.

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