Central Retinal Artery Occlusion
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CRAO corresponds to central retinal artery occlusion, an ocular emergency in which blood flow to the retina—the layer of the eye that captures images—is interrupted. This interruption suddenly affects vision.
When to seek care? It is a situation that requires immediate evaluation: the sudden, painless loss of vision in one eye must be addressed without delay.
Frequent symptoms: Abrupt decrease in vision in one eye, usually without pain.
Which specialist treats it? The ophthalmologist is the professional in charge of evaluating the retina and the circulation of the eye. In the face of sudden visual loss, going to the emergency room and, as soon as possible, having an ophthalmologic evaluation is essential.
Data on 122 doctors who treat central retinal artery occlusion
Which specialist treats central retinal artery occlusion?
Central retinal artery occlusion (CRAO) is a sudden blockage of the retina's main artery, an ophthalmologic emergency. An ophthalmologist is the specialist who must evaluate this condition right away. If you have sudden, total vision loss in one eye, seek care from this specialist without delay.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in central retinal artery occlusion
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Ezequiel Diaz Benitez
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. Astrid Ordoñez Blanco
Dr. José Felipe Jaramillo Canales
Dr. Paulina Matesanz Hernandez
Dr. Jessica Serrano Aguilar
Dr. Bárbara Yañez Cubillos
Dr. Juan Pablo Espinosa
Dr. Jorge Gerardo Martínez Laredo
Dr. Jorge Rolando Reyes Velarde
Frequently asked questions
What is central retinal artery occlusion?
CRAO corresponds to central retinal artery occlusion, an ocular emergency in which blood flow to the retina—the layer of the eye that captures images—is interrupted. This interruption suddenly affects vision.
Which doctor treats central retinal artery occlusion?
Central retinal artery occlusion (CRAO) is a sudden blockage of the retina's main artery, an ophthalmologic emergency. An ophthalmologist is the specialist who must evaluate this condition right away. If you have sudden, total vision loss in one eye, seek care from this specialist without delay.