CRVO
Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
Plain-language definition
Blockage of the main vein draining the retina, causing sudden painless vision loss, swelling, and hemorrhages.
Where this term comes up
“Central Retinal Vein Occlusion (CRVO):”
Condition · Retinal Vascular Disease
“Central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO)”
Treatment · Anti-VEGF Injections (Intravitreal Injections)
“Central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO)”
- Category
- Condition, finding, or disease process
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Pathology terms describe diseases, tissue changes, exam findings, or complications that can affect vision or eye comfort.
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A note on medical context
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