Ischemic optic neuropathies.
Ischemia of the optic nerve may occur in several forms, usually associated with vasculopathic risk factors or vasculitis, and may present with various patterns of optic disc appearance and dysfunction. Though a proven therapy is not available for the most common syndromes, correct identification may present severe visual loss or systemic complications in some cases.
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Department of Ophthalmology, Neuro-Ophthalmology Division, Optic Neuropathy Center, Jules Stein Eye Institute, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA. arnolda@ucla.edu
D003941:Diagnostic Techniques, Ophthalmological; D006801:Humans; D007511:Ischemia / Q000150:complications / Q000503:physiopathology; D009900:Optic Nerve / Q000098:blood supply / Q000503:physiopathology; D018917:Optic Neuropathy, Ischemic / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy