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Branch Retinal Venous Occlusion

A vascular disorder where a branch vein in the retina is blocked, disrupting blood flow and causing vision problems.

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A close up of yellow lemons.
A close up of yellow lemons on a table. Dark spots obstruct the image.

Normal vision vs. Branch Retinal Venous Occlusion

Overview


Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion (BRVO) is a vascular disorder that affects the retina, similar to Central Retinal Vein Occlusion (CRVO). In BRVO, one of the branch veins that drains blood from a specific portion of the retina becomes blocked, leading to a disruption in blood flow. This blockage can result in various complications that impact vision in the affected area.  

Overview


Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion (BRVO) is a vascular disorder that affects the retina, similar to Central Retinal Vein Occlusion (CRVO). In BRVO, one of the branch veins that drains blood from a specific portion of the retina becomes blocked, leading to a disruption in blood flow. This blockage can result in various complications that impact vision in the affected area.  

Overview


Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion (BRVO) is a vascular disorder that affects the retina, similar to Central Retinal Vein Occlusion (CRVO). In BRVO, one of the branch veins that drains blood from a specific portion of the retina becomes blocked, leading to a disruption in blood flow. This blockage can result in various complications that impact vision in the affected area.  

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