[Post-shock optic neuropathy].
A case of rare, post-shock optic neuropathy is presented. In most cases, it occurs after blood loss or decrease in blood pressure. We present a woman, aged 47, with this condition in whom 3 possible causes, hypoxia, hypercoagulability and vasodilatation, coexisted. Neurologists and ophthalmologists should be aware of this rare condition, because prompt treatment with steroids and hemodynamic stabilization may significantly improve outcome.
Kesler
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Dept. of Neurology, Meier Hospital, Kfar Saba.
Telman
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Kotas-Neuman
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Kott
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D001778:Blood Coagulation Disorders / Q000150:complications; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D000860:Hypoxia / Q000150:complications; D008875:Middle Aged; D018917:Optic Neuropathy, Ischemic / Q000209:etiology*; D012769:Shock / Q000150:complications*; D014664:Vasodilation