Sudden vision loss from retinal artery occlusion needs urgent treatment. Visit Gupta Eye Hospital, Panipat.
Retinal Artery Occlusion (RAO) is often referred to as an eye stroke. It occurs when the arteries that supply blood to the retina become blocked. This can cause sudden, painless vision loss in one eye and requires immediate medical attention to prevent permanent blindness.
Just like a brain stroke, the retina needs constant oxygen. When blood flow is blocked, retinal cells begin to die within minutes. Delaying treatment could mean permanent loss of vision.
People with the following conditions are at higher risk:
Dr. Kanav Gupta, our Retina Specialist, leads the emergency vision care team with over 12 years of experience.